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Synopsis
"Startup to IPO" is a practical handbook about building a technology company with an emphasis on proven techniques to raise capital at each stage of development. From his personal experience at more than twenty technology companies, Donald H. MacAdam explains the entire process from securing a few hundred thousand dollars in seed financing through the completion of the Initial Public Offering. Of particular interest to entrepreneurs are the step-by-step instructions for raising small or large amounts of money, and the differences between seed round investors, venture capitalists, commercial bankers, and investment bankers in terms of motivation and valuation. An appendix explains how to build a forecast model for a technology company in a format that is acceptable to financial professionals.
From an operational and strategic perspective, the main themes include the importance of intellectual property, how to build and execute a business plan, how to lead, manage and motivate employees, how to generate revenues and how to control cash flow. The narrative is illustrated with first-hand accounts and complemented with examples and explanations of a Seed Round Financial Forecast, a Weekly Activity Report, a Sales Pipeline, a Venture Capital Term Sheet, an Engagement Letter and a Mezzanine Round Term Sheet. Dedicated chapters address the special issues of biotechnology companies, reverse takeovers and angel investors, the issuance of stock options, and dealing with shareholder demands for liquidity.
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About the Author
Donald H. MacAdam has been a senior officer or director at more than twenty companies in the electronics, software, automation, communications, and biotechnology industries including Agile Systems, Annulus, AutoBranch, Comdale Technologies, CRS Robotics, CTL ImmunoTherapies, Disys, Hammond Power Solutions, Kyto Biopharma, Malibu Labs, Varah Electronics, Q4 Instruments and Tm Bioscience. With numerous startups and multiple IPOs to his credit, Mr. MacAdam is uniquely qualified to explain how to start, build and finance a technology company.
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"The best and most comprehensive advice about financing a company I have ever seen." Alexander C. Logie, Partner, Crane Capital Group
"Unlocks the practical secrets of the journey from startup to IPO. Here in one place is precisely what to do and what not to do. With this book in hand ...and a great idea ...you should be on your way." Joshua Boger, Ph.D., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Vertex Pharmaceuticals
"A very practical and accessible guide to a complicated subject. This book is a must-read for entrepreneurs looking for outside investors." Hans Kobler, Chief Executive Officer, Digital Power Capital
"If you are growing a business, you need to understand what your financial needs are, and how to obtain capital. I have seen Don in action - he knows the area, he is telling the truth and his messages are immensely valuable." Loudon Owen, Founder, McLean Watson Capital
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