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Private Equity Headhunters |
| Message Name: |
I think HBS and Whar |
| Date Posted: |
11/11/1999 |
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I read your posting and the answer to your question. I am a Consultant and have lots of clients looking for equity/VC and debt financing.
I network with VC's which is contrary to what has been said that VC's have lots of people knocking at their doors, and therefore don't need head hunters.
That is a general and very subjective opinion and not based on facts. Though that is possible, neverthelss, VC's need the help of headhunters to screen which projects are worth their time.
Not all borrowers who need equity financing know where to find Venture Capitalits, as in your case. If you knew where to knock, then you won't be posting this message in the board. Hence, the need for head hunters like me. In fact, VC's advertise in Financial Newsletters. Their purpose is to let borrowers know where they can be contacted,and welcome finders.
Please understand that VC's are in the business of venturing into a commercially viable project.Their main purpose is to secure part of that project and gain monetary values in return for funding the project. They need borrowers and leads.
I have been in this field for 7 years and though it is hard to match a VC with a potential borrower, it is possible.
I believe what the other gentleman was referring to, are "Business Angels" who are always hard to find and would prefer to be anonymous.
Contact me and let me know about your project. One important thing though, you must have a complete Business Plan.
Best regards,
blmarlyn@juno.com |
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I think HBS and Wharton are talking about sending in a resume, not a business plan. And, it sounds like you try to match investors with the VC funds. Also, since when do headhunters screen projects/business plans? I thought they tried to find people jobs...
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