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THE 10-K FILING: THE MOST IMPORTANT DOCUMENT THAT SAMS NEVER READ

Strategic Account Management Association

Yes, the 10-K is a dry, dull document required by the SEC that is basically an annual business disclosure, filed by a publicly traded company, containing “almost everything about the business that an investor would want to know.”4 Incorporate creativity and out-of- the-box-thinking strategies to win over the executive you’re targeting.

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The Entrepreneur's Guide to Venture Capitalists

Hubspot Sales

A venture capitalist (VC) is an investor that works with high growth potential startups. They've invested over $4 billion and have had over 110 profitable acquisitions. They're thematic investors looking for new businesses along certain problem or theme areas. But, what is a venture capitalist? What Is a Venture Capitalist?

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Retail Banking Industry Value Chain: Deep Dive

Flevy

From customer acquisition to wealth management and fraud prevention, each activity plays a role in creating value and delivering financial services. A Deeper Dive into Customer Acquisition and Digital Banking Two key primary activities within the retail banking value chain are customer acquisition and digital banking.

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AARRR Growth Funnel

Flevy

The term Growth Hacking was first coined by Sean Ellis—a startup advisor, angel investor, and entrepreneur—in 2010 to think beyond traditional Marketing and add a methodical, scientific approach to it. Phase 1: Acquisition The initial phase of the AARRR Growth Funnel involves discovering people attracted to a product.

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The Plain English Guide to Equity Financing

Hubspot Sales

Equity financing is a type of funding that allows you to sell shares of your company to investors. You receive the capital to grow your business and investors get partial ownership of your venture. In equity financing, investors might receive common shares, preferred shares, or the same voting rights and treatment as founders.

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30 Commonly-Used Startup Terms Defined

Hubspot Sales

From finding investors to launching your company to taking the business public, there are hundreds of startup-specific terms to account for. Angel Investor. An angel investor is someone who gives the first funding to a startup. Doing so will allow the founder to transfer ownership and make money to pay back investors.

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How a CEO Rebuilds a World-Class Sales Force

SBI Growth

Obviously investors don’t like missed expectations. Board members and investors alike need leadership performance they can trust. Customer acquisition and share of wallet are leading indicators of success. Investors don’t get 50X returns unless the business shows proof it can achieve it.

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