This 20-page Executive Report written for entrepreneurs and investors examines the ever-changing landscape of the software business and how to assess risk and reward for a better valuation. Beginning with a description of possible reasons for targeting a company for acquisition, the report also guides us through the factors that should be consid... more »ered before acquisition. Early stage investors are given factors for determining the future potential value of their software companies and how to make sure that is achieved. The report details the journey of a startup in comparison to the more established company and the market conditions that may help or hinder along the way. The venture capitalist and the entrepreneur are coached in how to grow valuation while keeping in mind that valuation isn’t everything and maintaining relationships can be as important as winning. Other topics include ways in which the valuation of a software company can be influenced and varying issues to consider before entering into a strategic alliance; analyzing intellectual property, copyrights, and trade secrets for possible infringements; tracking a company’s revenue patterns to discern possible warning signs; considering intelligent accounting decisions before merging finances; ways to grow valuation; the possible effect of down rounds; negotiating valuations; term sheets; the difference between startups and companies already developed; developing a winning team; negotiation skills and common entrepreneur mistakes; and the use of financial tools. This Executive Report is written by: Robert S. Townsend, Partner, Morrison & Foerster LLP - "Software Valuations" Larry Kubal, Partner, Labrador Ventures - "Strategies and Rules of Thumb for Establishing Valuations" About Executive Reports: Executive Reports offer focused, hard-hitting advice from the leaders of some of America's top companies, packaged in a concise, readable format. Each report provides readers with 3 to 5 strategies that will have a direct financial impact on their business. While not meant as a comprehensive guide, each report includes quick-hit items that can immediately impact specific business strategies. Executive authors drill down to the central issues surrounding each topic area and dispense expert advice in concise, direct language. Executive Reports feature leading professionals selected by the Aspatore Editorial Board based on their experience, research, and standing within the professional community.

ISBN-13: 9781596223509
ISBN-10: 1596223502
Publication Date: 10/31/2005
Pages: 20
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