'Auditioning for money': what do technology investors look for at the initial screening stage?

Mason, C. and Harrison, R.T. (2003) 'Auditioning for money': what do technology investors look for at the initial screening stage? Journal of Private Equity, 6(2), pp. 29-42.

Abstract

Questions whether the difficulties which technology-based small firms encounter in raising finance can be attributed entirely to the supply side and in turn, whether the policy emphasis on supply-side initiatives is appropriate. Factors discouraging venture capital funds from investing in early-stage technology businesses; Four specific social skills that might contribute to entrepreneurial success.

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Mason, Professor Colin
• Authors: Mason, C., and Harrison, R.T.
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Management
• Journal Name: Journal of Private Equity
• ISSN: 1096-5572