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Creative capital
Book • 2008
In 'Creative Capital', Spencer Ante tells the compelling story of Georges Doriot, who founded the first venture capital firm, American Research and Development Corporation.
The book chronicles Doriot's career as a professor at Harvard Business School, his role as a brigadier general during World War II, and his pivotal investments, including the successful backing of Digital Equipment Corporation.
It offers valuable lessons for business managers and investors alike by highlighting Doriot's unique approach to venture capital, emphasizing character and vision over financial projections.
The book chronicles Doriot's career as a professor at Harvard Business School, his role as a brigadier general during World War II, and his pivotal investments, including the successful backing of Digital Equipment Corporation.
It offers valuable lessons for business managers and investors alike by highlighting Doriot's unique approach to venture capital, emphasizing character and vision over financial projections.
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as a book that prompted many thoughts and ideas about venture capital and entrepreneurship.


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