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January 30, 2025
In part 17 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence examines the key areas of legal diligence in venture debt and growth credit transactions.
December 30, 2024
In part 16 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence reflects on key investment lessons he has learned.
November 29, 2024
In part 15 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence examines the methodologies and challenges of valuing early-stage companies in venture lending.
October 29, 2024
In part 14 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence shares advanced concepts for sourcing high-return venture debt deals.
September 23, 2024
In part 13 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence shares fundamental principles for sourcing high-potential venture debt deals.
August 20, 2024
In part 12 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence shares core principles for managing venture debt portfolios focused on high-growth, innovative start-ups.
July 23, 2024
In part 11 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence explores the critical importance of evaluating leadership teams when lending to early-stage, high-growth companies.
July 16, 2024
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July 8, 2024
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June 30, 2024
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June 18, 2024
In part 10 of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from Applied Real Intelligence explores fundamental analysis, emphasizing the most important aspects in lending to earlier-stage, high-growth companies.
June 7, 2024
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May 21, 2024
Venture Debt: How to Be a PEST When Analyzing Markets and Industries
In part nine of his series on venture debt, ...
May 13, 2024
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May 1, 2024
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April 23, 2024
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April 1, 2024
Venture Debt: Debunking the Top Five Myths
In part eight of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison from ...
March 1, 2024
Venture Debt: The Critical Role of Operational Due Diligence (ODD)
In part seven of his series on venture debt, ...
February 1, 2024
Exit, Diligence, and Recovery Tactics for Venture Debt
In part six of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison ...
January 29, 2024
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January 1, 2024
Advanced Risk Reduction Techniques in Venture Debt
In part five of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison of ...
December 1, 2023
How to Manage Risk in Venture Debt
In part four of his series on venture debt, Zack Ellison of Applied Real ...
November 1, 2023
How to Structure Venture Debt to Maximize Equity Returns
In part three of his series on venture debt, Zack ...
October 16, 2023
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October 9, 2023
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October 1, 2023
Demystifying Venture Debt Deal Structures
Zack Ellison of Applied Real Intelligence demystifies the intricate ...
September 5, 2023
Venture Debt: A Lucrative Path for Institutional Investors
Compounded at 15% per year, an investment in venture ...
September 25, 2024
Evidence and clear strategy will show investors that your business can succeed.
August 20, 2024
Our expert, a founder himself, outlines timeless strategies for founders to strengthen mental health and sustain growth.
July 22, 2024
Mastering Mental Health for Founders: Advanced Strategies for Lasting Well-Being
Meditation and self reflection ...
June 10, 2024
Balancing Mental Health for Founders: The Foundation
Our expert launches a three-part series that provides useful ...
May 14, 2024
Founders, Here’s What to Look for in an Investor
It sometimes can be better to turn down money than partner with ...
April 15, 2024
10 Top Strategies for Raising Startup Capital
It’s competitive out there. Being pleasant, being prepared and being ...
March 18, 2024
How to Avoid the Startup Death Spiral
The death spiral starts with a precipitous drop in valuation and ends with ...
April 19, 2023
Where Is Your Startup in Its Funding Lifecycle?
Founders can find funding easier if they understand which types to ...
January 16, 2023
Get Ready to Raise Venture Debt
A conservative business plan and a marketing deck help.
Most founders are familiar ...
November 24, 2022
What Is Venture Debt? How Can It Support Diverse Founders?
This alternative to equity financing lets founders hang ...
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