BioAdvance's Commitment to Entrepreneurs
Because experienced entrepreneurs are in great demand and short supply, one of the most important functions of BioAdvance is to support a new generation of entrepreneurs.
Part of every day is devoted to helping entrepreneurs establish a successful track record, whether through raising capital, or achieving business milestones or even selling his or her company. We provide advice on business strategy; introduce entrepreneurs to potential investors, corporate partners, Board members and employees. BioAdvance also helps entrepreneurs locate experts, consultants, facilities, manufacturers, lawyers and other resources; and provide marketing and financial support. We review term sheets, license agreements and other transactions to help guide successful business arrangements. This business support is as important as the funding itself in setting start-up companies on a path toward growth.
Posted below you will find information that we believe will provide value to the entrepreneurial community.
BioAdvance Presentation to Tech Transfer Professionals
BioAdvance presentation details what the organization funds and what it does not
Entrepreneur's Corner: Venture One
Surveys and other free information.
Entrepreneur-Focused Articles From VC Firm iNCUBiC
A variety of articles for entrepreneurs including: "How to Start Your Own Business", "Prepare Yourself to Become an Entrepreneur" and "Developing a Business Plan"
Entrepreneurial Success According to Paul Grahm and Madeline Albright, by Divid Hornik via Venture Blog
Follow link to read David's posting on Venture Blog on the critical difference between a confident vs. a certain CEO. David works with August Capital, Menlo Park, CA.
Greater Philadelphia Offers the Lowest Office Space Rental Rates of U.S. Metro Markets
Innovation Partnership - Grant Support Consultants
Innovation Partnership's Preferred List of Grant Support Providers. For more information visit Innovation Partnership: http://www.innovationpartnership.net/
Keystone Innovation Zones
Provide grant funds to community/university partnerships to generate job growth through tech transfer and entrepreneurship. Focused around campuses and property around college and universities. This link provides information on the KIZ locations in Pennsylvania and the assistance they provide.
Merck & Co., Inc. - Areas of Interest
Pennsylvania Business Assistance Programs
PA offers more than 100 programs aimed at helping businesses start, grow, locate, and prosper. This tool will help you narrow the search for financial assistance programs that are applicable to your company, so you can find the appropriate funding with ease. Search for funding online, or download a copy of our Business Assistance Programs brochure (attached).
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
Funding (see program finder) for grants, loans and initiatives offered to businesses.
PriceWaterhouseCoopers: The User Friendly Accounting and Tax Guide for Venture Backed Companies
PriceWaterhouseCoopers: Three Kes to Obtaining Venture Capital
Seed Funds - National Examples
Supporting and Enhancing Your Growth Initiatives
Supporting and Enhancing your Growth Initiatives
Growth Topic: Barriers to Adoption
(c) Business Development Resources, Inc.
The 10, 20, 30 rule of PowerPoint by Guy Kawasaki
Read the top ten article on Guy's blog
The Kauffman Foundation on Entrepreneurial Compensation
The Milken Institute: Greater Philadelphia Life Sciences Report