Stanford Graduate School of Business (USA)
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Revenue Works
Jim Ellis, Jessica MorganCase SGSB-E581-EEntrepreneurshipRevenueWorks tells the story of Mike Sutherland and how he grew the search fund company he acquired from $5 million to over $150 million in revenue. After growing the company with debt and returning dividends to investors through leveraged recapitalizations with private equity investors, Sutherland had to decide the best course to gain liquidity for his existing investors who were eager to see a return on their investment. He had to decide whet...Starting at €8.20
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Revenue Works - Teaching Note
Jim Ellis, Jessica MorganTeaching Note SGSB-E581TN-EEntrepreneurshipRevenueWorks tells the story of Mike Sutherland and how he grew the search fund company he acquired from $5 million to over $150 million in revenue. After growing the company with debt and returning dividends to investors through leveraged recapitalizations with private equity investors, Sutherland had to decide the best course to gain liquidity for his existing investors who were eager to see a return on their investment. He had to decide whet...Starting at €0.00
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All Hands: A Tale of Two Term Sheets
Siegel; Robert; Beyer, Amy; Morales; AlessiaCase SGSB-E822-EEntrepreneurshipIn this case study, students will explore some of the differences and considerations that may emerge when entrepreneurs evaluate and choose between multiple financing offers from venture capital investors. The case follows the two founders of a fictional company, All Hands, as they raise a Series A financing round. The founders have received term sheets from two venture capital firms that differ not only in the valuation of the firm’s equity but ...Starting at €8.20