Leading Edge Business Planning for Entrepreneurs: Develop Your Vision, Utilize Technology, Obtain Venture Capital, Leverage Your Growth

Tells how to craft a business plan that can be presented not only to banks, but also to venture capitalists, micro-loan associations, or equity partners, incorporating the latest computer and Internet business operating techniques and technologies. Each chapter discusses a major area or need of business plan writing. Advice is applicable whether an entrepreneur is starting an internally funded business, or seeking guidance to assist in improving an organization. An appendix contains sample plans. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

James Arkebauer is the Founder/President of Venture Associates Ltd., with 18 years experience consulting with entrepreneurs and management teams. The author of numerous books, including "Going Public," he is also a frequent lecturer and contributor to various publications.

Jack Miller has written for and consulted with small companies on business planning issues for 15 years. He has produced successful business plans, feasibility studies, and marketing plans, in addition to researching, authoring, or coauthoring five books.