Q: Convertible notes are popular instruments for angel investors when a future VC round might occur. But, if it takes longer to get to the venture round than you thought (doesn’t it always?) what happens when the note comes due? Can one investor call the note and put you out of business? A: (Jason). Yes, technically […]
Q: Is it wise as a small company (1 person + advisors) to give the perception of a larger company? I had done this for a while when I presented at conferences and talked to VC’s and have since stopped. I have to bite my tongue when people tell me “we’re amazed that you’re able […]
Q: If an entrepreneur is out meeting with people in order to find investors in a round of financing, is this “soliciting” investments in the eyes of the SEC? It is my understanding that the SEC doesn’t permit solicitations” unless there is a pre-existing relationship. Therefore, if the entrepreneur doesn’t have a pre-existing relationship before he starts making […]
Q: We’ve developed a web-based security product whose primary application was intended for the financial industry. Since inception we’ve since began pursuing two other business lines, also based on the software, that can be considered conceptually different from the product we initially brought to market. We’re debating whether we should pursue these product lines under […]
Q: Does your company have to exist in order to get VC funding? I have an idea for a Web 2.0 company for which I have a business plan and a mockup, but I have not launched it to the public. Do VC firms even consider funding businesses that have not actually gone live? A: […]
Q: How difficult is it to get venture financing in China? What is the general climate? A: (Jason) Seemingly after “everyone” setting up a China office / strategy and investing overseas, according to one report by NVCA and Deloitte and Touche, it’s not as easy as one thought. Certainly, it’s more common for foreign start […]
Get in touch using the form below.