Venture Capital Outlook Is Brighter -- New Research Shows

Venture capitalists see an improving environment in 2003 for entrepreneurs looking for early stage capital. Complete study attached as a PDF document.

74 venture capital firms from 23 states participated in the 2003 Profit Dynamics Venture Capital Survey. The report is available by the following geographic regions as well: New York, East Coast, South, Midwest, Southwest, Pacific Northwest and California.

The survey provides the answers to several questions including:

*** Was 2002 a better or worse time for entrepreneurs looking for early stage capital than 2001?

*** Have the number of entrepreneurs looking for capital increased or decreased during that 12 months?

*** Has the quality of companies requesting capital improved or deteriorated?

Looking ahead to 2003:

*** How do venture capitalists see the environment in 2003 for entrepreneurs seeking early stage capital and why?

*** What advice would venture capitalists give to entrepreneurs looking for early stage capital?

*** A referral by a trusted associate is accepted as the best way for an entrepreneur to be introduced to a venture capital firm. What other ways do venture capitalists recommend for entrepreneurs?

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Dee Power (Ms.)

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The Entrepreneurs Resource For Finance

co-author with Brian Hill of

Attracting Capital From Angels," 2002

Inside Secrets To Venture Capital," 2001

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