In Case You Missed It: Launch Links - Week of February 14, 2016
- 2.19.2016
Some interesting links we found across the web this week:
Newest
VCs: 7-Eleven, Vitamin Shoppe, JetBlue Airways launch venture operations
Looking for a one-stop shop for slurpees and early stage
investment? Corporations that set up venture capital arms brand
recognition and market access, but they come with specific, strong interests
that may not align with those of founders.
How
In Hypergrowth Mode Can Tackle Diversity Before It's A Problem
Diversity (or its absence) has increasingly been a spotlight
issue for large and prominent organizations. Here is a take on how meaningful
diversity at a company’s early stages can help the company to remain diverse as
it grows.
Convertible
Note Pricing Could Get Uglier
In light of expectations that valuations may
decrease, now is the time to understand how notes will convert during a new
financing round. Those pursuing convertible note financings should make sure
they understand the conversion mechanism from the outset. (We blogged about convertible notes recently.)
Why
entrepreneurs still bolt from Boston
Boston is a leading hub, but sees many of its
entrepreneurs move to the West Coast. See the following article—are the two
related?
Silicon
Valley Keeps Winning Because Non-Competes Limit Innovation
“Human capital in California does whatever the hell it
wants.” This article points to California’s non-compete curbs as a key
ingredient in the success of Silicon Valley. Founders in all jurisdictions
should be aware of the limits on non-compete clauses, and should focus on the
implications for their company in addition to the implications for employees.
Links compiled by John Wagner.
