Stanford Group

Alphaholic — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:30:36 -0400

Does anyone know anything about these guys, specifically their investment banking arm? They're well known for a few other things. Outside of their website and a few articles I dug up, there's very little here. Any thoughts from anyone involved out west or in Miami? I know they have some top ER analysts, but otherwise, dirt is skim.

Anything you've heard or know would be appreciated.

Clean Tech, Energy, Aerospace/Defense Boutiques?

Alphaholic — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 03:08:16 -0400

Hey all,

I've been trying to compile a list of banks that deal specifically with these industries (obviously not all at once). Does anyone know where/how I can compile a list using these criteria? I'm looking West/East Coast, or abroad.

Personal Accounts of VC: The Best Blogs?

Alphaholic — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 03:26:07 -0400

Hey all, curious if any of you have suggestions for blogs of venture capitalists worth following. I don't mean a trade blog, but someone's personal account, their views on the industry. Any of the top names in particular? I know some of the best venture stars have blogs, but I wanted to know which favorites you guys have. Thanks!

A Unique Opportunity...Worth it?

Alphaholic — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:09:49 -0400

So, an alumni contacted me about a position at a very unique firm:

http://www.nvaonline.com/

The position is with a small team: 4-5 people make decisions on the deal. The firm researches veterinary hospitals as potential buyouts. The deals range from $1-4 million, and goes through 8-10 deals per year. My job would be to work with a team of 3 (associate, CIO, and another analyst) to value the deal, and work on negotiation terms (putting together a term sheet), as well as working with the CEO as he leads the deal and completes it.

Advice on a Consulting Offer

Alphaholic — Mon, 26 May 2008 12:16:51 -0400

Hey all,

I was hoping anyone with some experience could share their thoughts on the following offer:

"Business consulting": the offer is with a firm that supplies a trading software platform (like Reuters or Bloomberg Terminals) that is specifically designed for hedge funds. The consulting group is based in NYC and deals with many well known funds in Stamford.

The offer seems great, and while there isn't any finance involved, I'd get the chance to network with alot of fund managers over the next few years. Looking at it from the opportunity:

1. Would this give me the potential for an exit into hedge funds, assuming I make strong contacts? Or will they not consider me, since it is a consulting position for software (a glorified IT specialist, only I'll have a team of IT guys. My job is to serve as a liasson between the manager and software itself)

2. Does anyone know anyone who has done something similar?

Valuing Stub Equity

Alphaholic — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 11:41:08 -0400

Hey all,

I am modelling a leveraged recap for a case competition, and I am a little puzzled.

The deal offer is to exchange one old share for a significant cash dividend, PiK junior debt, and finally, a share in the new company (the stub).

Pompous Pronunciation?

Alphaholic — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 14:40:47 -0400

How do you pronounce "finance", personally?

1.) "FINE-ANCE" (sounds like fine ants)

2.) "FIN-ANCE" (sounds like a fish's fin, then ants)