HBS Rock Center for Entrepreneurship
HBS Rock Center for Entrepreneurship
  • 133
  • 51 119
Introduction to Venture Capital
"Introduction to Venture Capital," facilitated by esteemed Harvard Business School professor Archie L. Jones. The goal of the session is to give attendees an illuminating overview of the venture capital industry and important considerations for investing in, seeking investment from, and working in the venture capital space.
Topics to Cover:
1. What is venture capital, and why is it important?
2. How venture capitalists select and manage investments and how they get paid.
3. Opportunities and challenges facing venture capitalists.
4. Key considerations for founders seeking venture capital.
zhlédnutí: 242

Video

Search to Success: Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition
zhlédnutí 442Před měsícem
In this interactive session, Richard Ruback will share insights and experiences on successfully navigating the entrepreneurial journey through acquisition. Drawing from extensive research and real-world examples, attendees will gain valuable knowledge on the intricacies of identifying, evaluating, and acquiring businesses. Pre-Session Preparation: We highly encourage all participants to listen ...
2024 Rock On The Road Boston Highlights
zhlédnutí 8Před 2 měsíci
The Rock Center for Entrepreneurship and Venture Guides hosted an exclusive fireside chat featuring Ben Nye (MBA 1992), Managing Partner at Venture Guides, and Elise Bates (MBA 2000), Director of the Rock Center for Entrepreneurship.
Rock On The Road Boston Fireside Chat Featuring Ben Nye and Elise Bates
zhlédnutí 30Před 2 měsíci
The Rock Center for Entrepreneurship and Venture Guides hosted an exclusive fireside chat featuring Ben Nye (MBA 1992), Managing Partner at Venture Guides, and Elise Bates (MBA 2000), Director of the Rock Center for Entrepreneurship. This engaging discussion showcased Ben Nye, a seasoned leader in tech and finance: - Former Co-Managing Partner, Bain Capital Ventures - Former CEO of Turbonomic (...
Mindset and Approach to Startup Storytelling
zhlédnutí 192Před 3 měsíci
In this session titled 'Mindset and Approach to Startup Storytelling,' we will go beyond conventional storytelling to discuss the importance of investment readiness. This isn't merely a guide on crafting your pitch; it's an invitation to rethink what pitching entails - hint: it's more than just a slide deck. We'll explore how to cultivate an investment-ready mindset. Led by Nir Hindie, this ses...
Entering StartUpLand - A Conversation with Jeff Bussgang
zhlédnutí 170Před 3 měsíci
Professor Jeff Bussgang is the author of Entering StartUpLand and an experienced VC and entrepreneur. Join Professor Bussgang for an insider’s analysis of various start-up roles and responsibilities, including product development, marketing, growth strategy, and sales. This session is meant to help you figure out if you want to join a start-up and what to expect once you join. You will gain ins...
Evolving Opportunities: Raising Funds from Family Offices
zhlédnutí 158Před 5 měsíci
Featuring financial industry experts from across the globe, including Europe, the Middle East, the US, the Pacific Rim, and Latin America, our discussion will explore the global landscape of family offices and UHNWs, private investment strategies, impact investing, women-managed funds, and much more. Confirmed speakers include: • Stacey Boyd: (MBA/MPP 1997): Founder and CEO, Olivela • Cristina ...
HBS aNVC Past Winners Panel Virtual Event
zhlédnutí 157Před 8 měsíci
Alumni New Venture winners joined a panel discussion to share learnings at the outset of their entrepreneurial journey and the opportunities gained by participating in the competition. Panelists included Joanna Bromley (MBA 2016, Parker Treacy (MBA 2012), Katrin Alberding (MBA 2011) and Erica Tuggle (MBA 2010).
Opportunities in Web3
zhlédnutí 122Před 8 měsíci
Learn about the latest opportunities in Web3 from 2 NYC based Venture Capitalists and long-time Rock EIR and former Yahoo Silicon Valley leader, Sarah Endline! - Sarah Endline - moderator - Maya Bakhai - Spice Capital - Carl Vogel - 6th Man Ventures - John Hilliard - Polygon Labs - Kyle Fugere - Flipside Crypto
The State of Early Stage Investing for 1st Time Founders
zhlédnutí 657Před 11 měsíci
Learn about the state of early-stage venture capital in 2023 from leading practitioners.
Understanding the Key Terms in Venture Capital Financings
zhlédnutí 1,5KPřed rokem
This session will focus on a selection of the key deal terms that founders will see in venture capital financing term sheets.
Tech Transfer Best Practices and License Negotiations
zhlédnutí 177Před rokem
The session is around commercializing and licensing tech and IP for tough tech teams (biotech, pharma, etc.- technologies with significant IP & R&D with long paths to commercialization)
Launching a Digital Health Startup
zhlédnutí 245Před rokem
Curious to hear how successful health tech founders managed the early stages of their ventures? Join us to hear their lessons learnt finding co-founders and splitting roles and responsibilities, figuring out product market fit, or deciding whether bootstrapping or fundraising was best for their companies!
Founder Selling 101 with Mark Roberge
zhlédnutí 304Před rokem
Learn modern sales techniques on booking your first sales appointments, running the first sales calls, and closing your first customers.
Avoiding Key Mistakes in Forming your Company
zhlédnutí 125Před rokem
This session will identify common legal issues that founders encounter when forming their companies and provide clear, practical approaches for mitigating these risks.
De-Risking the Business Model and MVP Testing
zhlédnutí 164Před rokem
De-Risking the Business Model and MVP Testing
The Myth of the Perfect Founder: Exploring founder mental health with CEO and founder Andy Dunn
zhlédnutí 168Před rokem
The Myth of the Perfect Founder: Exploring founder mental health with CEO and founder Andy Dunn
No Code Solutions for your MVP
zhlédnutí 125Před rokem
No Code Solutions for your MVP
Funnels and Magic Moments
zhlédnutí 107Před rokem
Funnels and Magic Moments
Building a B2B Business - Business Development and Early Sales
zhlédnutí 131Před rokem
Building a B2B Business - Business Development and Early Sales
Customer Discovery and Early Product Testing
zhlédnutí 149Před rokem
Customer Discovery and Early Product Testing
Baker Library Session
zhlédnutí 99Před rokem
Baker Library Session
HBS VC Pathways Session 2 - "Building an Investment Thesis"
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
HBS VC Pathways Session 2 - "Building an Investment Thesis"
HBS VC Pathways Session 1 - "Is VC for Me?"
zhlédnutí 11KPřed rokem
HBS VC Pathways Session 1 - "Is VC for Me?"
Traits of Great Business Leaders - Kevin Ryan - Co-Founders Need to Attract and Retain Talent
zhlédnutí 175Před 3 lety
Traits of Great Business Leaders - Kevin Ryan - Co-Founders Need to Attract and Retain Talent
3 Topics in Founders Agreements - Lara Hodgson - Align Co-Founder Expectations
zhlédnutí 101Před 3 lety
3 Topics in Founders Agreements - Lara Hodgson - Align Co-Founder Expectations
Write a Founders Agreement - Sunil Nagaraj - Addressing Commitment
zhlédnutí 83Před 3 lety
Write a Founders Agreement - Sunil Nagaraj - Addressing Commitment
Product Market Fit - Interviews - Julia Austin - How Many Interviews and Planning
zhlédnutí 325Před 3 lety
Product Market Fit - Interviews - Julia Austin - How Many Interviews and Planning
Quick Tips for Finding Co-Founder Fit - Sunil Nagaraj - Too Much Overlap is Not Good
zhlédnutí 35Před 3 lety
Quick Tips for Finding Co-Founder Fit - Sunil Nagaraj - Too Much Overlap is Not Good
Product Market Fit - Interviews - Wendy Tsu - Academic Publishing
zhlédnutí 186Před 3 lety
Product Market Fit - Interviews - Wendy Tsu - Academic Publishing