Berkonomics
JANUARY 23, 2025
So, youre managing all that work, all those interruptions, all those texts and pesky emails. You get home or stop your reading at some reasonable hour, kind of tired, and need a recharge. Sound familiar? Well, thats probably because youve wasted a significant portion of your time on tasks others could have done effectively. So, where do you get those sparks of genius that could change your company and change the world?
Berkonomics
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
How do you value pre-revenue companies? Last time we examined ten different ways to value companies already in revenue, usually beyond the early stage. Now we tackle the more difficult and subjective task of placing a value upon those startups that don’t fit into that mold. For those of us who’ve invested in early-stage companies, especially technology startups, we have confronted a universal problem.
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Tech.Co
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Free money might sound like it’s too good to be true – especially in 2024 when businesses are finding it harder than ever to access traditional financing. Yet, whether you’re looking to start a business or take an existing venture to the next level, there is actually a wealth of opportunities out there to help you reach your potential.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 30, 2024
Over 1,600+ attendees joined us throughout October 21st-25th for the 12th Annual San Diego Startup Week. This was a monumental event, “Making Waves of Innovation,” from Carlsbad all the way […] The post 1,600+ Made Waves of Innovation for the 12th Annual San Diego Startup Week appeared first on Startup San Diego.
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Office leases are one of companies’ largest expenses, and if your whole team is working from home with no clear end in sight, you may be wondering what to do about your lease.
AllTopStartups
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In the tech industry, remote work has emerged as a transformative trend. Startups, in particular, are increasingly embracing this model, recognizing its potential to revolutionize operations. By eliminating the need… The post The Growing Popularity of Remote Work and Its Benefits for Tech Startups appeared first on AllTopStartups.
LATechDigest
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Multi-player mobile games network just raised $35 million in Series A funding from a pool that includes Knoll Ventures, Sands Capital Ventures, The Chernin Group, Greycroft Partners, Highland Capital Partners, and Evolution Media Capital. More details at VentureBeat.
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Tech.Co
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
If you’re currently stressed about your business’s finances, you’re not alone. According to research from Goldman Sachs, 77% of small businesses are currently concerned about their ability to access capital – but it’s not a lost cause. Whatever your business size or specialism, chances are there’s a grant initiative out there that you’re eligible for.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 10, 2024
After much deliberation with our all-star selection committee, we’re excited to announce the top 8 finalists for this year’s Founders Fight Club! These startups come from a range of industries, […] The post Announcing Our Founders Fight Club Finalists! appeared first on Startup San Diego.
AllTopStartups
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Let’s be real—running a business in Los Angeles isn’t cheap. Between rent, payroll, and the rising cost of just about everything, it’s no wonder businesses are constantly looking for ways… The post How Can IT Services in Los Angeles Help Reduce Your Business Costs? appeared first on AllTopStartups.
StartUp Beat
DECEMBER 17, 2024
XeneX, Inc., a leader in Security Operations Center as a Service (SOCaaS) for threat hunting, detection, and response, today announced a new Integration Platform as a Service (IPaaS) partnership for the Healthcare industry with Vorro. This partnership offers healthcare providers and their partners access to the enterprise integration, and cybersecurity managed services needed for business […] The post Vorro, XeneX, Inc.
Berkonomics
OCTOBER 31, 2024
Why reduce investor risk? In the creation of a young company, there are five principal risks to be addressed by the entrepreneur. Professional investors will probe these five risk areas and make the decision to invest based upon comfort with each. So, it is important for the entrepreneur to identify, address and mitigate each of these in order to increase valuation and decrease the risk of ultimate loss of the business.
Tech.Co
DECEMBER 10, 2024
From climbing interest rates to nationwide labor shortages, it’s safe to say 2024 hasn’t been an easy year to be a business owner. As a result, maintaining a healthy cash flow has become an even more central pillar for businesses, whether they’re just starting out or looking to expand. If you’re interested in futureproofing your finances – and aren’t a fan of the strict liability criteria and high borrowing costs that come with traditional loans – busine
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 10, 2024
The selection committee has finalized the top 10 startups from our intercollegiate community to compete in the Lightweight Intercollegiate Pitch Competition! This tournament will take place at the Parma Payne […] The post Drumroll…Announcing the Lightweight Intercollegiate Pitch Competitors! appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Berkonomics
OCTOBER 3, 2024
John Tukey, coiner of the word ‘bit’ to describe a single switch of digital micro-data made this provocative statement. Tukey was a statistician; one you would expect to describe events in terms reeking with precision. Where’s the precision in that? Instead, Tukey of asking for precision as we’d expect, he implored us to think in terms of relevancy, cause and comparisons to known events.
Berkonomics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
This argument is getting trite for those of us who’ve been around for a few years. We’re always asked the question, and almost always have the same answer. Let me explain it to those newer to the game or curious about our attitudes. Early-stage investors have been arguing over this for years. Do they bet on the entrepreneur (jockey) or the business idea and plan (the horse)?
Berkonomics
SEPTEMBER 19, 2024
Think you don’t use negotiation most every day of your life? From the time we learn to manipulate our parents from the crib to today, we learn to negotiate to obtain our wants and needs. As we grow, we negotiate constantly with our parents, then with our peers. As we enter the business world, we negotiate with our bosses and our subordinates. We negotiate with our suppliers, customers, investors, and even our auditors.
Berkonomics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Last week we introduced the subject of non-compete agreements. Let’s dive a little deeper and present some “gray area” scenarios to consider. First the obvious case in point What if you are the seller of a previous business or shares amounting to more than an insignificant percentage of a previous business? Certainly, the buyer’s asset purchase documents included a non-compete clause, usually valid for two years from the date of the closing.
Berkonomics
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Entrepreneurs tend to remain in the business niche they know best. Usually that means one they once or recently spent time as an employee or manager within a company where they had little or no ownership. Are you one of those? Some of these entrepreneurs starting a new company are alumni from companies that would be a competitor to the enterprise being created or joined.
Berkonomics
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Every investor or lender wants regular information from companies taking their money. And most of us are frustrated by the lack of regular communication – unless the company needs more money. On the other side, entrepreneurs and CEOs usually have a natural fear of giving too much information to investors and bankers after the initial amounts have been received.
Berkonomics
JANUARY 2, 2025
How do you manage a great business, as opposed to being a survivor? Well, here are the four areas you should focus upon every day. Now, some of us remember things better when given a catchy phrase or rhyme. So, heres one to help you with squeezing the most out of your own available resources. In this new reality in our business world, there is certainly little room for mistakes and no room for bloat within our companies.
Berkonomics
DECEMBER 26, 2024
Be careful about investor rights This important variation on money talks is an important consideration for entrepreneurs when seeking an investment from professionals such as VCs. Something like a marriage (and often lasting just as long statistically), your investment partner can be a great cheerleader, coach and resource. But the moment things turn sour, including missed plans, some investors on company boards go into a predictable mode of dictating terms for emergency loans or additional inve
Startup San Diego
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Startup San Diego is excited to announce the latest strategic community partnerships established this past quarter. We welcome the Don Norman Design Awards, WomenHack, UC San Diego Institute for the […] The post Newest Strategic Partners at Startup San Diego – Q4 2024 appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
On Monday, September 9th, Startup San Diego hosted its signature quarterly event, 1st Mondays powered by Logicboost Labs at the Sharp Prebys Innovation & Education Center (SPIEC). This edition brought […] The post Recap of StartupSD 1st Mondays powered by Logicboost Labs at Sharp Prebys Innovation & Education Center appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Were wrapping up 2024 and were excited to announce the newest partnerships for Startup San Diego! Weve renewed our partnership with TiE San Diego and introduced The School of Young […] The post Newest Partnerships for 2024 – TiE San Diego & The School of Young Entrepreneurs (SofYE) appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Berkonomics
JANUARY 9, 2025
Consider your core It is the one skill, process or advantage you have over your competition. Then think of all the things you do to surround that core with people and assets that complete the company and allow you to release your product or perform your service. Dont diminish the effectiveness of AI in your decision. Well discuss that next below. Now consider how many of those surrounding assets and services are necessary for you to perform to protect and grow your core.
Berkonomics
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
If you’re looking for growth capital, this one’s for you. We’ll cover what information you’ll expect to provide, your range of expected values and amounts of investment to expect. All to help you set your expectations. OK? Financial History and Projections Let’s start with the basics. If you are a going business with a track record of revenues, then the importance of accurate current financial statements cannot be overstated.
Berkonomics
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Some businesses just can’t fit within the angel capital or friends and family model for raising funds. Sooner or later, you may need to seek venture capital and accommodate the needs of the venture community in negotiating the terms of an investment. What VC’s can and cannot do First, VCs in general cannot invest in ‘S’ corporations or limited liability companies (LLC’s).
Berkonomics
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
Let’s explore a number of methods to value your business. Many buyers use a combination of methods, throwing out those that do not fit the appropriate form of business. Corporate Valuations Using Various Methods There are at least ten recognized ways to value a business. Some are inappropriate for young businesses or those engaged in certain enterprises, such as software development – where fixed assets are not usually important enough to use for purposes of valuation.
Berkonomics
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Is the guarantee still required today? More than ever, the banks and lenders today require personal guarantees from entrepreneurs, and even from CEO’s of funded businesses. Starting and running a small or growing business can be a challenge to the most confident and optimistic entrepreneur. And the process of borrowing money or financing asset purchases can be an eye-opener for those who are not used to today’s lender and seller aversion to grant easy credit.
Berkonomics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
We investors see this all the time. An entrepreneur pitches using a deck with no slide for competition. When asked (as we always do), the response is This is new. We have no competition. Niet! No! Unh unh. Professional investors laugh when they hear an entrepreneur come out with that one. That statement has killed more investment deals than almost any other.
Berkonomics
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Heres a case study for yourself: Recently I was asked to review an offer letter for a senior director of business development. The CEO was concerned that he was offering far too much in the form of incentive compensation, with bonuses that could greatly exceed the base salary if all the bonus items were achieved. The critical question I asked the CEO to imagine what the company would look like if all those bonus-expensive items were completely achieved in one year.
Startup San Diego
DECEMBER 5, 2024
On Monday, December 2nd, Startup San Diego hosted its signature quarterly event, 1st Mondays – Networking & Lightning Talks at the Cooley LLP headquarters in Torrey Pines. This end-of-the-year celebration […] The post December 1st Mondays – Networking & Lightning Talks Recap appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 26, 2024
It’s a wrap! The 12th Annual San Diego Startup Week is officially over! Huge thank you to our day sponsor, Aleph One, who made this day possible! It was truly a […] The post The New Wave of Tech – Photos & Recap appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Connections were made last night during the Downtown Startup Crawl! Startup Week hasn’t had a crawl for nearly five years, and it came back strong. Over 200+ SDSW attendees hopped […] The post Connecting Currents – SDSW 2024 Day 4 Recap & Photos appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Over 500+ came for our midweek “Rising Tides: The Ripple Effect of Grit” at the Parma Payne Goodall SDSU Alumni Center. We started the day with Expo booths, featuring local […] The post San Diego Startup Week 2024 – Day 3 Recap & Photos appeared first on Startup San Diego.
Startup San Diego
OCTOBER 23, 2024
For the 3rd consecutive year, we brought San Diego Startup Week to Tijuana! We showcased the power of binational collaboration and welcomed over 100+ attendees from Tijuana and San Diego […] The post San Diego Startup Week 2024 – Day 2 Recap & Photos appeared first on Startup San Diego.
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