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Travis Drouin of Moody, Famiglietti & Andronico, LLP: When to Get a 409A Valuation
The ideal time to get a 409A valuation is after a Series A or a preferred round financing. -
Sean Dalton, Co-Founder and Investor: Why Vesting is Important
Vesting ensures the founders who are there for the long-term get to reap the rewards as the company progresses. -
Peter Falvey of Falvey Partners: When to Hire an Investment Banker
Companies should get to know an investment banker a year before a transaction in order to learn industry dynamics. -
Mark Burns of The True Capital: Typical Equity for a New CEO
The typical equity for a non-founder CEO ranges from 4-7% and depends on a variety of factors. -
Jennifer Berrent of Covenant: Hiring an Investment Banker
The decision to hire an investment banker really depends on the particular circumstances. -
Jennifer Berrent of Covenant: Non-Competes in New York State
Non-competition agreements may be enforceable, depending on several factors, including the state you are in. -
WilmerHale Partner Daniel Zimmermann: Tax Matters Facing Foreign Startups Who Want to Come to the US.
The tax structure for a foreign company coming to the US is essential to making sure the transaction is tax-free. -
Peter Buckland of Khosla Ventures: The Importance of Licensing the Technology Created While at a University
One of the most critical and important contracts a startup can focus on is to properly license IP from a university. -
Eric Collard of Collard Advisory: When a Part-Time CFO Will No Longer Suffice
A part-time CFO no longer suffices when management needs a partner who can continuously test business models. -
Travis Drouin of Moody, Famiglietti & Andronico, LLP: When An Audit is Needed
There is no right answer when to undertake an audit but the typical drivers of an audit are the investors and bankers. -
Daniel Doktori of American Public Media Group: Who Really Owns Your IP
The company should be able to continue on if the founder or inventor leaves the company. -
WilmerHale Partner Laura Schneider: The Role of a Founder If They are in the US on a Visa
The rule is in order to perform services for a US company, you have to have proper authorization. -
Alex Binkley of High Line Ventures: Two Reasons Why Vesting is Important
There are two reasons why vesting is important: vesting protects the founders and aligns incentives. -
Misti Ushio of Tara Biosystems: Bringing on an Independent Board Member
Having an independent board member helps to provide objectivity and a different perspective. -
Peter Buckland of Khosla Ventures: Why Being a Founder is an Important Role
Being a founder is important as it means a lot to the long-term future of the company.
