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Eric Dobson We see hundreds of deals per year and there are many commonalities in those that do not receive funding. Most often, it is because they are not prepared to begin serious diligence. [...]

Eric Dobson Over the years of transitioning from an entrepreneur to an investor, I realized there is a great communication divide between entrepreneurs and investors. I was an entrepreneur [...]

Eric Dobson There exists a “Great Communications Divide.” The central premise of the discussion is the belief that entrepreneurs and investors are constantly misunderstanding each [...]

Eric Dobson To the Investor: Perhaps the most important analysis that must be performed in the diligence process is analyzing the financial projections (P&L) of a potential investment. We [...]

Eric Dobson Where to start when you meet a company requesting investment can be a difficult question. We all want to help entrepreneurs be better, but we also have to be mindful of our time and [...]

By Eric Dobson To the Investors: Diligence is not a formality. It is not to be skipped. It is not to be glossed over with trust of a charismatic entrepreneur. As we say, “In God we trust; [...]