donofrip

Hey all,

I'm looking to find some market/industry statistics to build the story around my venture. I have a lot of anecdotal evidence (personally and through conversations with individuals) to support my story, but I know hard data is king.

I'm looking for info related to the social network and online dating markets. Where are some good places to look for this kind of stuff? I'm not looking to pay for it.

Any alternative methods or techniques for estimating or finding this sort of data (especially if used by you in the past) would be helpful.

thanks!

I have a very solid, unique idea for an internet based startup. I have some very, very basic programming knowledge, and although the idea is not complex technologically, I would not be able to do the programming myself. I am a banker by trade. I need someone who is passionate about the idea and is a good programmer. I have some friends who program but all are already working on their own startups.

I know having a good relationship with your co-founder is critical to a startups success. How do I find someone?

Any ideas no matter how crazy would be really helpful.