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   Ven·ture

   /ˈven(t)SHər/

   

   noun

   • 1. a risky or daring journey or undertaking: "pioneering ventures into little-known waters"
   • ▪ a business enterprise involving considerable risk: "a joint venture between two aircraft manufacturers"

   verb

   • 1. dare to do something or go somewhere that may be dangerous or unpleasant: "she ventured out into the blizzard" Similar traveljourneygomoveproceedprogressset outset forthrovewanderstraydriftmigrate
   • ▪ dare to do or say something that may be considered audacious (often used as a polite expression of hesitation or apology): "may I venture to add a few comments?" Similar put forwardvolunteeradvancesubmitprofferofferairbring upsuggestpropoundpositproposemootventilatebroachlodgeintroduceput uppresentconjecturespeculatepostulatetableformal:opineessaydaremake so bold asbe so bold aspresumehave the temerityhave the effronteryhave the audacityhave the nervebe brave enoughhave the couragego so far astake the liberty ofinformal:stick one's neck outgo out on a limbtake a flyer
   • ▪ expose (something) to the risk of loss: "his fortune is ventured in an expedition over which he has no control"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘adventure’, also ‘risk the loss of’): shortening of adventure.

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   What is a business venture?

   • A business venture is a start-up enterprise that is formed with the expectation and plan that a financial gain will result. Many refer to this type of business as a small business, since it normally starts out with an idea that begins with a small amount of capital or finances.

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   What is venture capital & how does it work?

   • venture capital, in business finance, funds provided by wealthy individuals, investment banks, or other financial institutions to relatively new and small companies that appear capable of exceptional growth and long-term success, including nascent private companies, or “start-ups.” In exchange for

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   What makes a business venture successful?

   • Most business ventures are backed by one or more investors with the hope that the business will be profitable. In general, a business venture is born out of a need for something lacking in the current market. This need can be a service or product that consumers are asking for or need to serve a particular purpose.

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   How do you start a business venture?

   • Once the need is identified, the venture can be started by a smart investor or small business person that has the resources and time to develop and market the new commodity on the open market. A business venture will most likely be funded initially by an investor, which is often the small business owner or the originator of the idea.

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3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurship - Wikipedia

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   3 days ago · t. e. Entrepreneurship is the creation or extraction of economic value in ways that generally entail beyond the minimal amount of risk (assumed by a traditional business), and potentially involving values besides simply economic ones.

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   May 16, 2024 · The meaning of VENTURE CAPITAL is capital (such as retained corporate earnings or individual savings) invested or available for investment in the ownership element of new or fresh enterprise —called also risk capital.

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   2 days ago · venture capital, in business finance, funds provided by wealthy individuals, investment banks, or other financial institutions to relatively new and small companies that appear capable of exceptional growth and long-term success, including nascent private companies, or “ start-ups .”.

6. www.gsb.stanford.edu › insights › why-ventureWhy the “Venture Mindset” Is Not Just for Tech Investors

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   May 10, 2024 · In the venture mindset, the idea is that you can proceed as long as a deal has a champion who can convince some others, but not everybody. The VC mindset is becoming more and more useful and likely will dominate — or should dominate — a number of industries for a while. Ilya Strebulaev.

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   2 days ago · /ˈdʒɔɪnt ˌvɛntʃər/ /dʒɔɪnt ˈvɛntʃə/ IPA guide. Other forms: joint ventures. Definitions of joint venture. noun. a venture by a partnership or conglomerate designed to share risk or expertise. “a joint venture between the film companies to produce TV shows” see more. Cite this entry. Style: MLA. "Joint venture."

10. northwest.education › insights › financeVenture Capitalists - Definition

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    2 days ago · Venture capitalists are investors who provide capital to startups and small businesses in exchange for equity or ownership stakes. These investors are typically looking for high-growth companies that have the potential to generate substantial returns on investment. Beyond funding, VCs offer strategic advice, industry connections, and mentorship ...