The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

However, the research also highlights the significance of diverse educational, industrial, and organizational backgrounds among managers and board members in fostering innovation in research and development (R&D), thereby generating both economic and social value. ” . ”

Diversity 96

Diversity Innovation Biotechnology Short-term 96

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 26, 2011

Solyndra's example has been particularly stark: it raised over $1 billion in equity finance in addition to receiving a $535 million loan guarantee from the Department of Energy, all prior to a cancelled IPO and the recent FBI investigation upon its bankruptcy. Click on the table below to see at full size.).

Energy 11

Energy Finance IPO Biotechnology 11

Harvard Business Review

MARCH 8, 2013

It also received its early stage finance from the U.S. government, which through DARPA and other initiatives stands out worldwide for its astoundingly positive track record in funding true innovation. An even bigger question for the American taxpayer is whether such support leads to a "parasitic" innovation eco-system.

Venture Capitalist 8

Venture Capitalist Biotechnology Fashion Innovation 8

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 30, 2019

They raised more money and were acquired at higher valuations; however, they did not innovate more. They suggest that when we have a strong network, we tend to rely heavily on that network for hires, finance and so on. If it is a venture capital-oriented IT, hardware or biotechnology company, this destination might be Silicon Valley.”.

Biotechnology 56

Biotechnology Human Capital Travel Entrepreneur 56