There is a lot of angel money to be had in Atlanta right now. For example, 100+ (!) millionaires were reportedly created from employee stock options in a recent ATL consumer exit. Not to mention the investors in that company. When people feel flush they are very open to investing in the next great startup. Find them.
Also: VCs, have three jobs: raising money, looking for new deals, and managing existing deals. They can only do 2 of the 3 jobs at a time. Don't chase VCs who are not looking for new deals.
There is a lot of angel money to be had in Atlanta right now. For example, 100+ (!) millionaires were reportedly created from employee stock options in a recent ATL consumer exit. Not to mention the investors in that company. When people feel flush they are very open to investing in the next great startup. Find them.
Also: VCs, have three jobs: raising money, looking for new deals, and managing existing deals. They can only do 2 of the 3 jobs at a time. Don't chase VCs who are not looking for new deals.
Such great advice!!