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Wednesday, 29 July, 2022
By Tim Mazzarol
The role of venture capital in commercialisation
Venture capital funding is a specialist area that only a minority of firms can receive. However, it plays a significant role in commercialisation for many innovative small firms.
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Sunday, 10 February, 2018
By Tim Mazzarol
The root causes of commercialisation failure
Commercialisation is a challenging process and even some of the largest firms get into trouble. This article outlines some of the main causes of commercialisation failure and how they can be avoided.
Tuesday, 12 December, 2017
By Tim Mazzarol
It is time to question the current obsession with Unicorns and Gazelles
Research suggests that too much attention has been given to chasing high-growth Unicorns and Gazelles. This article busts the myths surrounding the obsession with these elusive firms.
Tuesday, 03 July, 2017
By Tim Mazzarol
Farewell Pollenizer: what does this say about the start-up ecosystem?
The decision by start-up accelerator Pollenizer to wind-up its Australian operations in February 2017 raises some questions about the ability of such programs to generate sustainable high-growth ventures.
Saturday, 01 August, 2015
By Tim Mazzarol
Business incubators and start-up accelerators: Valuable assets or a waste of time and money?
Business incubators and start-up accelerators have expanded rapidly in recent years. The incubators first emerged in the 1950s, the accelerators from the mid-2000s. Despite a significant investment in them by government and industry, there are questions over their value.