The Massachusetts Technology Development Corporation (Mtdc)
The Massachusetts Technology Development Corporation (Mtdc)

Author: John F. Hodgman

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2015-05-11

Total Pages: 137

ISBN-13: 149175995X

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When traditional manufacturers began leaving Massachusetts in the 1970s, politicians faced a daunting task: How could they revive a flagging economy? They responded by starting their own venture capital firm to help finance the launch of innovative, technology-based companies. The Massachusetts Technology Development Corporation would create thousands of new, high-paying jobs. John F. Hodgman, who retired as president and CEO of MTDC in 2001, shares an insiders tale of how the unique public-private partnership achieved financial successexplaining why the MTDC was created and tracing its history over two decades. Along the way, he explores the changing patterns of technology start-ups and private venture capital, and how MTDC-funded companies revolutionized their fields. Moreover, he shares case studies of entrepreneurs who tellin their own wordshow the MTDC helped them succeed. Grab a seat at the intersection of public policy, politics, and business and learn valuable lessons about investing, leadership, and entrepreneurship by studying the inner workings of The Massachusetts Technology Development Corporation.

Financing Economic Development in the 21st Century
Financing Economic Development in the 21st Century

Author: Sammis B. White

Publisher: M.E. Sharpe

Published: 2012-08-07

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 0765636514

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Completely revised, this new edition presents a well-balanced set of economic development financing tools and techniques focused on our current times of economic austerity. While traditional public sector techniques are evaluated and refocused, this volume emphasizes the role of the private sector and the increasing need for cobbling together different techniques and sources to create a workable financial development package. The chapters address critical assessments of various methods as well as practical advice on how to implement these various techniques. New chapters on entrepreneurship, the changing nature of the community banking system, and the increasing need for partnerships provides critical insights into the ever-evolving practice of economic development finance. Key features: --Provides a comprehensive view of financing methods: public, private, and a combination of both sectors. --Includes an up-to-date evaluation of traditional and new financing techniques, and the limitations and opportunities of each. --Addresses current economic issues, including a chapter on banking reform. --Includes completely revised sections on private and entrepreneurial finance as well as public finance.

New Serial Titles
New Serial Titles

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Publisher:

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 1632

ISBN-13:

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A union list of serials commencing publication after Dec. 31, 1949.

U.S. Industrial Outlook
U.S. Industrial Outlook

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Publisher:

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 652

ISBN-13:

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Presents industry reviews including a section of "trends and forecasts," complete with tables and graphs for industry analysis.