Randy Haykin
The Making of an Entrepreneur – Case Study 1-B.

Randy Haykin has a rich history as an entrepreneur, angel investor and venture capitalist, having contributed to the success of notable companies such as Yahoo!, Viacom, Paramount, BBN, IBM and Apple. Haykin is the Co-Founder and President of Interactive Minds (IM), a firm that actively invests in growth-stage industry-transforming technology companies on the high with responsibilities such as giving them a proper business plan and creative strategies to execute.
Haykin also managed strategic relations, including the creation of the “New Media Center” program for higher education, a joint venture with ten other manufacturers and publishers. Before he knew it, his five-year sabbatical at Apple (a standard policy for all employees) was approaching. Haykin was increasingly excited by changes taking place in the new media space. He recalled the events which led to his becoming the Director of Operations and Business

Interactive Minds provides the three things entrepreneurs are always seeking: strategic or hand s-on assistance, people, and money. It provides strategic support to assess, define and plan a successful business. In addition, we take hands on management roles to help clients address marketing, sales, business development and operations issues. Interactive Minds helps clients assess and define their management requirements and then undertakes systematic searches to find screen and attract leading talent. Finally, the company supplies seed and early-stage venture capital to high-potential companies. By focusing only on the interactive industry, Interactive Mind s builds deep expertise in the rap idly-evolving issu es and opportunities facing companies. Through its work with leading and emerging players throughout this industry, Interactive Mind s is able to provide a broad