Venture Capital Success

<p>Venture capital fuels innovation and is particularly vital in a rapidly changing world.<br> Switzerland has long been a center for the world’s financial developments and is at the<br> forefront of venture capitalism. But what’s the secret of Swiss success and how is that<br> reflected – or not – in the world’s other leading business regions? This compelling new<br> book assembles an enviable who’s who of the venture capital scene to examine what<br> attracts investors and partners to the Swiss region from all corners of the world – and<br> how the latest innovations are playing out on a global scale.</p> <p>Each chapter of this groundbreaking anthology takes its inspiration from the evolution<br> of startups, interpreting venture capital across a number of key fundraising themes,<br> from the contributions of so-called business angels to equity investments from banks.<br> The book is arranged across the life cycle of a fund, with the main focus on sourcing,<br> investing, managing portfolio companies and exit. It integrates perspectives from<br> key players in the global industry, across all stages of the process, and many types of<br> venture capital firms. The aim is to provide the one and only comprehensive book on<br> the venture capital industry – offering an invaluable glimpse into the lessons everyone<br> can derive from the innovations of the Swiss approach and how they have been successfully<br> applied internationally.</p> <p>Venture capital doesn’t get the coverage it should given its global importance for innovation<br> and this vital collection provides not only a deep dive into what characterizes<br> a thriving venture capital scene, but provides exclusive insights into and case studies<br> of the Swiss role model that others can learn from.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>