Here, entrepreneurs and professionals in the private equity industry can find new deals, meet one another, access online business tools and learn more about their marketplace. Background Founded in 1995, launched its site in April 1996. Its founders are Lori King, one of the Northwest''s top M&A professionals, and Samantha Wilkinson, who was nicknamed "Dr. Net" by her colleagues while consulting at Microsoft. Private equity is generally utilized to fund entrepreneurial businesses through venture capital and mergers and acquisitions. gives the entire industry instant access to deals, financing resources, online business tools and education. How Does Make Money? generates revenues through its website and offline services. Although basic information is freely available to all visitors, comprehensive access to site resources is by membership only. generates revenues through: membership fees; online publication subscriptions; opportunity listing fees; featured merchandise; online and offline business services, including website development and investor matching services; site advertising; and online continuing professional education courses.

In fact, their services recently helped facilitate more than $75 million in capital transactions for small companies. Web Design Services: There''s no easier way to move your business online. Create and maintain your site via simple online forms; no programming required. If you have Internet access, can provide you with a professional, interactive web presence. Online Academy: Continuing education courses for professionals in the private equity industry. Merchandise : provides access to books, cassette tapes, software, and other industry products online. Visitors can purchase online via secure credit card transaction. No, is not a broker-dealer. Our website allows entrepreneurs and investors to find the right match for their businesses and form their own relationship. Business opportunities are posted at by entrepreneurs or advisors representing a business opportunity. Interested investors contact the offerer directly. A free membership allows you to: list yourself in the Private Equity Directory; search for professional services advisors; publish your white papers; participate in online discussion forums; and receive all newsletters and industry update emails.