Venture capital continues to be a dominant force in the financing of innovative startup companies. The experience of the company’s founders, and indicators of early innovation such as initial patenting and trademarking, can be precursors [...]
Before the coronavirus and subsequent economic downturn, the venture capital industry was continuing its relentless evolution. For instance, competition has become more intense in recent years, and the emergence of mega-funds (e.g. funds with at [...]
Venture capital (VC) is by nature a long-term investment strategy. Unlike tactical markets that rely on shifting trends to generate short-term profit opportunities, VC involves funding startups and emerging companies that show high growth [...]
Getting into the world of venture capital is indeed a financial decision. Yet to the right investors, it is also strategic, as VC investing can enhance the culture of your company, provide access to innovation [...]
Read part 1: A Look at Michigan and Ohio Read part 2: A Look at Illinois and Minnesota In 2019, businesses in Wisconsin raised $204.8 million in 66 deals, which ranked 30th nationally. Thus, [...]
In a previous article, we reviewed the venture capital ecosystems in Ohio and Michigan. Now, let’s take a look at Illinois and Minnesota. Last year, Illinois businesses raised more than $2.2 billion (No. 8 [...]
