Episode 243: Starting Up Start-ups

Episode 243 originally broadcast on January 30, 2010

Katie and Esther interview Laura Capper, the founder and CEO of Cap Resources, a business development services company. Capper offers valuable guidance and real world expertise for start-up entrepreneurs. Then, we’ll flash back to our interview with attorney Chris Colvert as he explains the difference between incorporating your company as an “S” corporation and “C” corporation.

School of Business 01/30/10

Russ and John present the “NOT your business as usual” show that features the BusinessMAKERS—we salute those who MAKE things happen. Includes: the BusinessMakers Quote of the Day—wise words from humorist Will Rogers; This Week in Business History includes Mark Twain, Scotch Tape and Janet Jackson; and Navigating Business Jargon—acronyms, technospeak and trendy new stuff.

Starting Up Start-ups

Katie and Esther interview the founder and CEO of Cap Resources, a business development services company. Cap Resources helps technology start-ups leverage their strengths, build their team and establish their credibility while developing a business plan, working to obtain financing or even to increase their market valuation. Capper says you need discipline, perseverance and passion and, in this segment, offers valuable guidance and real world expertise for start-up entrepreneurs.

Deciding on a “S” corporation or the standard “C” corporation

Flashback with the BusinessMakers to November 2006 when Russ visited with Chris Colvert, attorney. The late, great Mr. Colvert had a gift for practicing law, and a passion for music and teaching. In this segment, Colvert explains the difference between incorporating your company as an “S” corporation or the standard “C” corporation.

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