This 17-page research report written for entrepreneurs features the key elements in preparing and presenting a business plan to a venture capital firm in the technology industry. By utilizing the strategies presented in this report such as emphasizing the value of the technology in a limited time frame while establishing a connection with potential investors the entrepreneur will be more effective in conducting successful meetings with venture capitalists. The report provides the information to take the entrepreneur from the first to last meeting and all the way into an investment. Other topics include investment timelines; Return on Time Invested (ROTI); execution; financial risk; confidentiality/nondisclosure agreements; demos; valuation; business plans; Term Sheets; and due diligence. About Executive Reports: Executive Reports offer focused, hard-hitting advice from the leaders of some of America"s top companies, packaged in a concise, readable format. Each research report provides readers with 3 to 5 strategies that will have a direct financial impact on their business. While not meant as a comprehensive guide, each report includes quick-hit items that can immediately impact specific business strategies. Executive authors drill down to the central issues surrounding each topic area and dispense expert advice in concise, direct language. Executive Reports feature leading professionals selected by the Aspatore Editoria