Monthly Archives: May 2010

What did the Business Angel Network do for us?

Posted on 25 May 2010 by Brian Dorricott

How do Business Angel Networks such as Xenos, London Business Angels, ABA, AngelsDen and Envestors filter the investment opportunities that they present to you, the Business Angel? Are they using the right filters? Are the filters right for you? Or … Continue reading →

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5 things to sell in a trade sale

Posted on 19 May 2010 by Brian Dorricott

As a Business Angel, I want to know how I am going to get my investment in time and money back. That means something needs to be sold… what? What can a company sell in order to generate some cash? … Continue reading →

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Risk? Real or imaginary? Ignore it at your peril…

Posted on 11 May 2010 by Brian Dorricott

How does human perception affect decision making? If a Business Angel or advisor is aware, how can they set expectations in order to reduce due diligence and transaction time? What are the real fears? What are the risks? Are they … Continue reading →

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Did the CEO/MD hand over their company’s control to Microsoft?

Posted on 4 May 2010 by Brian Dorricott

Do you have third-party software controlling in the company you’re about to invest in? Would you know if you did? What would be the effect on sales if inappropriate software is being used? How would you know the impact? This … Continue reading →

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