Accelerators in Silicon Valley

Peter Ester

Open Access Published by Amsterdam University Press 2017

Accelerators in Silicon Valley

Building Successful Startups

Peter Ester

https://doi.org/10.1515/9789048538683

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About this book

This book describes how accelerators, the 'schools of startup entrepreneurship', help startups to become successful companies in Silicon Valley, the world's most successful innovation region.

Author information

Peter Ester is professor of human capital and entrepreneurship at Rotterdam University.

Reviews

"A must read for anyone interested in how Silicon Valley launches and grows startups." - Naomi Kokubo, Co-Founder and COO of Founders Space

"Entrepreneurs are not just dreamers. They are doers. Dive in, and surround yourself with good people who will support your journey. This inspiring book will help you." - Prem Talreja, Vice-President of Marketing at The Fabric

"Peter Ester did a great job in telling the story of Silicon Valley accelerators. I highly recommend this book." - Danielle D'Agostaro, Partner and COO at Alchemist Accelerator

"Excellent insights into the world of accelerators in Silicon Valley." - Emily Kirsch, Co-Founder and CEO at Powerhouse

"Outstanding study of how accelerators empower startup teams." - Saeed Amidi, Founder and CEO of Plug and Play

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Frontmatter Open Access Download PDF	1
Table of Contents Open Access Download PDF	7
Foreword Open Access Download PDF	9
Acknowledgements Open Access Download PDF	11
The Interviewees and their Accelerators Open Access Download PDF	15
1. Silicon Valley. The DNA of an Entrepreneurial Region Open Access Download PDF	21
2. Innovation and Startups in Silicon Valley. An Ecosystem Approach Open Access Download PDF	37
3. Unique Selling Points. Accelerator Philosophy, Business Model, and Cooperation Open Access Download PDF	63
4. Strong Teams Will Win. How Accelerators Select and Coach Startup Teams Open Access Download PDF	89
5. Working on a Dream. Accelerator Startup Programs Open Access Download PDF	105
6. Accelerator Darlings, Challenges, and Future Plans Open Access Download PDF	119
7. What Can Europe Learn From Silicon Valley Accelerators? Open Access Download PDF	137
Notes Open Access Download PDF	153
Glossary Open Access Download PDF	159
References Open Access Download PDF	165
Appendix 1. Silicon Valley Accelerator Founders & Chief Executives Interviewed Open Access Download PDF	171
Appendix 2. Questionnaire Personal Interviews Silicon Valley Accelerators Open Access Download PDF	173

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Language: English
Publisher: Amsterdam University Press
Audience: College/higher education;
Pages
- Main content: 172
Illustrations
- Illustrations: 1
- Other: 1 line drawing
Keywords: Silicon Valley; accelerators; startups; entrepreneurship; innovation

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Published: September 12, 2017
ISBN: 9789048538683

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