| This study examines when and why entrepreneurs raise venture funding from corporations. I focus on how strategic and social capital drivers influence entrepreneurs seeking funding for their technology ventures. I draw on previous research on resource dependence, appropriability, and social capital to argue when entrepreneurs will seek corporate venture funding. Utilizing empirical data on venture fundraising rounds over a 25-year period, I assess which factors explain these funding decisions. I draw conclusions from this data using three analytical techniques: logistic regression, negative binomial regression, and Cox regression. My findings suggest that resource needs, technology stage, prominent affiliations, and socio-regional differences influence entrepreneurs deciding whether to raise funding from corporations. |
