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  • October 2000 (Revised November 2000)
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Handspring

By: Myra M. Hart and Mary Rotelli
  • Format:Print
  • | Pages:18
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Abstract

Donna Dubinsky and Jeff Hawkins, founders of Palm Computing, have launched a new venture--Handspring. They are preparing for an IPO in the spring of 2000. When the markets begin to collapse and their investment bankers suggest a significantly lower price, they must decide among financing alternatives. Includes color exhibits.

Keywords

Entrepreneurship; Business Startups; Investment Banking; Initial Public Offering; Valuation; Business Processes; Computer Industry; Technology Industry

Citation

Hart, Myra M., and Mary Rotelli. "Handspring." Harvard Business School Case 801-112, October 2000. (Revised November 2000.)

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Myra M. Hart

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