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December 6, 2011

3 Tips on Valuations and Exits for Emerging Healthcare Companies

Last week, I sat on a panel session at the IMPACT 2011 Venture Summit Mid-Atlantic conference held by the Greater Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies (PACT)…

Posted by James A. Datin

December 2, 2011

Week in Review: Why Startups Falter, Safeguard’s Strong Track Record, and Swap.com Defines an Industry

Contrary to popular belief, a startup’s success does not solely hinge on the idea, but the leadership and talent that drive the company forward. For…

Posted by John E. Shave III

December 1, 2011

Defining Safeguard Scientifics: Not Venture Capital. Not Private Equity. And More than Just Capital.

Here at Safeguard Scientifics, we provide capital to growth-stage companies in both the life sciences and technology. It’s important to note, however, that Safeguard provides…

Posted by John E. Shave III

November 30, 2011

Do Europe’s Problems Really Impact Us?

We are constantly being reminded of the economic challenges impacting members of the European Union. It is no surprise that the economic upheaval in Greece…

Posted by Stephen T. Zarrilli

November 23, 2011

A Focus on Life Sciences

Safeguard Scientifics has a unique and consistent approach to putting capital to work in the life sciences sector. We target capital efficient diagnostic companies that…

Posted by James A. Datin

November 18, 2011

Week in Review: Convergence between Life Sciences and Technology and A Look at New Partner Company Medivo

The convergence between life sciences and technology cannot be ignored. That’s why at Safeguard Scientifics, we consolidated of our life sciences and technology deal teams.…

Posted by John E. Shave III

November 4, 2011

Week in Review: Venture Capital Growth and MediaMath on the Talent Gap

According to a report published by Cambridge Associates LLC, private equity and venture capital funds in the U.S. continued to generate positive returns for their…

Posted by John E. Shave III

October 21, 2011

Week in Review: IPO task force, debunking tech bubble rumors, and NFTE Gala preparations

The IPO Task Force unveiled a new effort to ease the IPO road for emerging companies in its report, “Rebuilding the IPO On-Ramp.” The report…

Posted by John E. Shave III

July 6, 2011

Safeguard Scientifics to Acquire 36% Interest in Penn Mezzanine

Safeguard Scientifics announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a 36% ownership interest in Penn Mezzanine, a mezzanine platform which commenced operations…

Posted by John E. Shave III

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