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What is Grow VC?
Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Grow VC is a funding community, where everyone can fund startups. Our services are for: (1) Entrepreneurs, who can publish their startups and seek funding, (2) Investors, who can follow the most promising startups and find investment opportunities, and (3) Experts, who can provide services to startups in exchange for equity or cash. In our… Read more…

Who can use the platform?
Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Different networks may have different rules and preferences. Please refer to the rules in the network you are active in. If anything is unclear kindly contact the network manager for more information. The Global Grow VC Network is available to all private investors, entrepreneurs and other individuals who would like to join startups and/or want to see… Read more…

What is Grow VC Video
Monday, July 18th, 2011

The introductory video to the service: What is Grow VC?

Can I publish a startup if the company is not incorporated?
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

  This depends on the rules of the network(s) that you are planning to publish your company in. Before publishing your profile, make sure you read the specific network rules where you are planning to publish it in and make sure you comply with these rules. In the Grow VC Global Network, it is OK… Read more…

Can I download an app for my mobile?
Sunday, April 3rd, 2011

You can download an iPhone application for the Grow VC Service here.

Can I contact the startup CEO?
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

  It depends on the relevant network you are active in. Please consult the rules of the relevant network and if unclear, contact the network manager for more information. In the Grow VC Global Network you can. However, make sure you consider the image you are portraying of yourself. We suggest you keep the cold calls… Read more…

Startup Battle
Friday, March 4th, 2011

First impressions are critical and you only have one chance to make them. What do you want your startup to say to people? How is your pitch received? In the dashboard you will find the Startup Battle. Where you can compare two startups, in very limited detail and choose the one you prefer, based on… Read more…

How to activate the crowd?
Monday, September 13th, 2010

Think of the virtual Silicon Valley as any real life location – what would you pursue in real life and how would it apply to online? Here is a blog post we did on “5 Ways to Initiate The Crowd in Crowdfunding” Here are the topics covered in that blog post, make sure to read… Read more…

Statistics
Saturday, September 11th, 2010

Statistics from the community can be found on the main page.  There you can see member counts, private and community capital available, co-investment capital etc.

What can the network help me with?
Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Please consult the network that you belong to and its description. Some networks may provide additional services and guidance. If unclear, please contact the network manager for more information In the Global Grow VC Platform can help individuals meet other individuals that share the same values, build teams, develop ideas, create businesses, find investors and… Read more…

Experts
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

What constitutes an expert? An expert is someone with professional competence that can be useful to startups. Examples include auditors, lawyers, investment bankers, technology professionals etc. Experts can make professional service investments to startups, investing their working time instead of capital into that startup.

Where did the idea for Grow VC come from?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

The idea came from practical needs and experiences. The founders have had personal experiences trying to get funding as entrepreneurs as well as investing into other companies. They came to the conclusion that current models don’t work, especially early phase funding for growth oriented companies. They saw a need for new and more international solutions…. Read more…

What can I do on this platform?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

This platform (Grow VC) is a marketplace and collection of tools that can help in the funding process. It can also help in building contact lists and in communicating with interesting companies and investors. It is a community for entrepreneurs and those excited about startups, leading to meaningful matches and a lot more successful startup… Read more…

Where can I use Grow VC?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

Grow VC is available everywhere. There are no limitations in terms of geographical location if you are qualified to use the service. Please check your local laws to determine if you qualify as an investor or startup seeking funding. Please also consult the relevant networks that you are active in. Networks may have different rules… Read more…

What can and can’t I do in Grow VC?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

It depends on the network you are active in. Different networks may have different rules, please consult the networks rules that you belong to and if anything is unclear, contact the network manager for more information. In the Global Grow VC Network, you can meet with investors and companies looking for funding, get practical information… Read more…

Am I qualified to use Grow VC?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

Different networks may have different rules. Please consult your networks rules and contact the network manager if anything is unclear. The Global Grow VC Network is for entrepreneurs, private investors, and startup companies. There are some limitations on who can use the service. You must complete the application form and accept the Terms and Conditions… Read more…

Does Grow VC recommend or guarantee investments in startup companies?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

No. The service is a tool and information source, all users can comment and evaluate information in the service, but the service provides no investment proposals, advise or recommendations.

What’s next for Grow VC?
Friday, June 26th, 2009

We are constantly evaluating and developing the Grow VC platform. We plan to introduce new functionality as needs arise in hopes of improving the entrepreneurial and investor experience. Our aim is to make Grow VC is the #1 information source and platform for early stage funding needs and investments.