Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
There are new angel groups cropping up everywhere. When selecting one to join, it’s important to examine not solely the bare requirements, but to consider whether the group invests in companies matching your …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
Most of us don’t consider ourselves to be biased in any way. We prefer to believe that our decisions – including our investment decisions, particularly – are based on sound reasoning which takes …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
Angels are responsible for much of the startup growth in the United States. Because they’re more willing to invest in early-stage companies, angels have a huge impact on high-growth ventures. While they’re helping …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
The Kauffman Foundation continues to inspire and educate in the entrepreneurship space. Its sister non-profits, the Angel Resource Institute and the Angel Capital Association, aim to do for angel investing what the Kauffman …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
We’re all aware of the importance of diversifying one’s investment portfolio. You may have even received this advice with respect to angel investments. The most appropriate time to determine how you’ll conduct your …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
Although angel investing comprises a wide range of constituent activities, at its most basic, a successful angel investment always includes both the initial funding of a good startup and the engineering of a …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
The experience of negotiating a deal with a startup can run the gamut from smooth to difficult. The factors affecting the process include: the valuation of the company, the terms specified in the …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
Valuation is the process by which a startup’s potential worth is determined, as well as the ownership stake an investor will have in the business. For angel investors looking at early-stage startups, it …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
Investing is risky, plain and simple. No investment will ever be risk-free. It is possible, however, to mitigate your risks so as to increase your likelihood of achieving a successful exit. The due …
Joe Johnson, Ph.D.
Entrepreneur. Investor. Startup Expert.
A great business idea is only as good as the people behind it. The right team will work together for the success of their business plan from point of nurturing a nascent idea …