Essays about: "Fundraising"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 62 essays containing the word Fundraising.

  1. 1. Venturing Through Economic Disruptions An In-Depth Analysis of Early-Stage Venture Capital in Sweden and Strategic Guidelines for Startup Success in Economic Challenging Times

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Astrid Lundgren; Felicia Muukka; Frida Sandgren; [2024-03-07]
    Keywords : Early-stage venture capital; entrepreneurship; investment decisions; economic disruption; startups;

    Abstract : This thesis thoroughly investigates the impact of economic disruptions from 2019 to 2023 on early-stage venture capital in Sweden. It focuses on shifts in investment decisions during financial disruptions, aiming to clarify how economic fluctuations influences investors' decision-making. READ MORE

  3. 2. VC Investment Decisions: Hunches, Metrics, or Coin Flips?

    University essay from

    Author : Xia Hallding; August Källström; [2023-06-30]
    Keywords : Venture Capital; investment decisions; metrics;

    Abstract : Venture capitalists (VCs) face a complex decision-making process when selecting startups to invest in. This qualitative single case study aims to highlight the factors VCs take into account and how their decisions vary depending on the investment area and startup stage, where previous research has yielded conflicting conclusions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Managing Venture Capital in times of Uncertainty - Fund managers perspective

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Aghil Aghili; Hampus Borgström; Oscar Elfvin; [2023-02-27]
    Keywords : VC; Private Equity; Interest Rates; Supply Demand; Familiarity Bias; Natural Rate of Interest.;

    Abstract : This study aims to investigate the fundraising and investment process of Venture Capital funds and how the managers act during times of increased rates and times of uncertainties. Due to the uncertain times of high inflation and increasing interest rates, pressure has been put on financial markets. READ MORE

  5. 4. How do Communicators in Social Change Organisations Navigate the Use of Artificial Intelligence? : A Thematic Analysis Through the Lens of Ethical Storytelling

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

    Author : Anna Svensson; [2023]
    Keywords : Artificial Intelligence; Communication about Development; Charity Communications; Ethical Communications; International Development; ComDev; Ethical Storytelling; AI Ethics;

    Abstract : The increasing accessibility and sophistication of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in generating high-quality images and texts presents opportunities, risks, and ethical dilemmas in the Communication about Development (ComDev) sector. This dissertation asks: how do ComDev professionals navigate the ethics of using AI to create visual and written content to raise funds and motivate action on global social issues? Drawing on the idea that AI ethics cannot be understood or achieved independent of a broader ethical structure, the project develops a theoretical framework of ethical storytelling, suggesting this can be successfully applied to AI and non-AI-generated content. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Wild Frontier: Navigating the Unpredictable Terrain of Macroeconomic Uncertainties in the Swedish Private Equity Industry

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering; Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Joakim Andersson; Eddie Williamson; [2023]
    Keywords : Private Equity; Fundraising; Deal Sourcing Valuation and Investment; Operational Management; Exit;

    Abstract : This study examines how current market uncertainties affect Swedish Private Equity firms' investment processes. By conducting a cross-sectional study in which 12 Private Equity firms participated, this study addresses the sparingly researched topic of how uncertainty influences the Private Equity investment process, from fundraising to exit, and how Private equity firms adjust their strategies and decisions to uncertain market environments. READ MORE