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CommonAngels (A)

By: Lynda M. Applegate and Kaitlyn Simpson
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:21
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Abstract

Describes the motivations behind the founding of CommonAngels—a group of successful business owners who provide capital, connections, and expertise to entrepreneurs who are building new ventures. In 2005, the group is considering increasing its investment focus to include a broader range of technologies, including emerging technologies (for example, Mobile and RFID technologies) and non-information technologies.

Keywords

Entrepreneurship; Venture Capital; Financing and Loans; Investment; Motivation and Incentives; Social and Collaborative Networks; Financial Services Industry

Citation

Applegate, Lynda M., and Kaitlyn Simpson. "CommonAngels (A)." Harvard Business School Case 810-082, February 2010. (Revised January 2014.)

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Lynda M. Applegate

Entrepreneurial Management
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