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Resources| GuideAdditional Resources for Entrepreneurs
1. Business PlanA business plan is the pen-to-paper "rallying cry" of any start-up venture. Sound business plans not only help companies raise capital but they also help create enduring value. The business plan acts as the operations manual for the company and as a reference tool for investors and board members. It’s therefore very crucial to think through and write a good business plan. This guide will walk you through the whole process in writing a successful business plan that will fit your technology company. Click on the link to open the .PDF document: Sample Business Plan Click on the link to open the .PDF document: 10 Common Mistakes That Startup and Small
2. Business PresentationsA compelling PowerPoint presentation on your business is a vital tool for any start-up company. CONNECT has developed a presentation template that can help you tell your story to investors and other stakeholders. Click on the link to open the PowerPoint document: Presentation Template Click on the link to open the article: "Secret to Compiling your Thoughts for your New Business Venture" Click on the link to view TED video on pitching tactics: TED talk
3. Sample Executive SummariesThe Executive Summary may be the most important part of your business plan. It is the first - and sometimes the only - part potential investors and other stakeholders will read. Following are a few samples of Executive Summaries written by recent Springboard comapnies. Thanks to MindTouch and Remora Pharmaceuticals for making their Executive Summaries available for viewing on this site. MindTouch
4. Business ValuationAny small business entrepreneurs expecting to find equity financing from angel or venture capital investors should be aware of the many ways sophisticated investors use to value a candidate business, and should be prepared to supply information to the investor to help in that process. Learn more about company valuation with this paper by David W. Berkus. Click on the link to open the .PDF document: Business Valuation The following presentations were developed by David Kramer, CFO and member of CONNECT's Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) team in collaboration with several other EIRs and CONNECT staff. The presentations provide examples of business valuations at various stages for three different types of startup companies: Bio-Pharma, Medical Devices, and High Tech. Click on the respective company to view power point presentation:
5. Due DiligenceThis due diligence checklist was developed and borrowed from Express Ventures and AvTech Ventures Click on the link to open the .PDF document: Check List
6. Tech Coast Angels – The Art of Angel InvestmentLearn all about the Tech Coast Angels, their organization, their investment preferences and profiles. Click on the link to open the .PDF document: About Angel Investments
7. Term SheetsTerm Sheets are an essential part of the entrepreneurial process. Below is a sample developed by Richard Horning of Fish & Richardson P.C. Click on the link to open the .PDF document: Sample Term Sheet
8. MarketingThe following presentation was developed by members of the CONNECT EIR team as a general reference guide to the "go-to-market" process and strategy. Click on the link to open the PowerPoint document: Marketing Template Adyam Harris, Principal and Founder of Calacles Consulting Group, developed this presentation on "Building Sound Financial Models" for our Springboard Clients. Click on the link to open the PowerPoint document: Building Sound Financial Models
9. GrantsAs of late 2008, the NCI SBIR & STTR Programs requirements and processes have changed. Linked below is the latest information on these programs. For additional questions please contact: Ali Andalibi, Ph.D. of the National Cancer Institute - SBIR Development Center SBIR Phase II Bridge Award Flyer Overview of the NCI SBIR & STTR Programs Flyer Overview of the NCI SBIR Program Presentation Other Grant Resources: 10. Access to Grant WritersLisa Garcia-Ruiz - lisa@thegranthunter.net 760-845-9710
11. CoursesCONNECT FrameWorks Workshops Springboard
12. Other Mentoring Programs in San DiegoChairmen’s RoundTable CommNexus NEXT STAGE - Venture Acceleration for Communications Companies
13. Blogs
14. Other ResourcesCenter for Business Planning a library of resources that covers topics such as market analysis, competitive analysis, investment financing, production management, tax problems, legal issues, financial statements and writing a business plan. Center for Entreprenomics at the San Diego North Economic Development Council The center for Entreprenomics serves as a regional clearinghouse of information and resources for entrepreneurs and a support system for new business development in North County. Entrepreneur Magazine offers a broad range of resources for startups. www.eVenturing.org Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Inc. Magazine articles from Inc. magazine on growing a startup. Pacific Community Ventures (PCV) Pacific Community Ventures (PCV) is an innovative, 7-year old 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has pioneered a new approach to community economic development. They provide capital, mentoring and resources to businesses that have the potential to bring significant economic gains to low-income communities throughout California. PCV targets companies, generally not high tech, that draw a significant portion of their workforce from low/moderate-income communities, and offer free business and workforce service programs and targeted equity investing activity. Launched in the SF Bay Area, they commenced operations in San Diego earlier this year. SCORE offers free expert business advice from highly successful executives and entrepreneurs. The Business Consulting Program at San Diego State University is designed to assist local businesses by providing cost-effective business and management consulting services. Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of North County Small Business Development & International Trade Center (SBDITC) at Southwestern College The SBDITC assists potential and existing companies through one-on-one counseling, seminars and training, information, referrals, and more. It is funded in part by the U.S. Small Business Administration. For more infomation contact Ken Clark, Executive Director, kmcsbdc@sbditc.org, or Victor Castillo, victor@sbditc.org |
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