Doing The Deal

So you've determined that equity capital is the appropriate financing option for your company, created your pitch, polished your business plan, and are now ready to do the deal. To even the most talented entrepreneur, the equity financing process can seem extremely daunting and complicated. Doing The Deal contains detailed information and advice on the steps and elements of raising venture capital.

In this section, visit the following pages and check out the informative video clips and resources to learn about Doing The Deal:

• The Process
• Targeting The Right Investor
• The Investor Presentation
• The Term Sheet
• Due Diligence
• Negotiations and Closing

The Players (4:24)

Investor Marcia Hooper explains the roles and steps involved in a venture capital deal process.

The Process (3:47)

Springboard alumna Heather Shively offers a CEO's perspective on what to expect when you're "doing the deal".

The Goal (2:09)

Springboard alumna Susan DeFife advises fellow entrepreneurs to take as much money as possible and to focus on the ultimate goal of building a successful company rather than on securing a high valuation in the deal.