Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

On the phone … Me: So, you raised venture capital? There are a million ways to do quick, easy, low-cost rounds with prices. But founders these days seem strangely unfocused on finance and on terms that could hurt them even though we fought to the death about these same terms 10 years ago. We raised a seed round.

Venture Capital 417

Venture Capital Liquidation Preference Valuation Term Sheet 417

David Teten

AUGUST 19, 2019

I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. I believe that Revenue-Based Investing (“RBI”) VCs are on the forefront of what will become a major segment of the venture ecosystem. Village Capital: Alternative Investment Strategies to Drive Inclusive Innovation.

Revenue 60

Revenue Term Sheet Founder Technical Review 60

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 23, 2010

Often when startups who have raised venture capital need another round of financing they will turn to their existing investors to give them money before raising from outsiders. It’s legitimate to ask for cost cutting if you think the bridge won’t last long enough at the current burn rate.

Startup 290

Startup Burn Rate Warrant Bankruptcy 290

Gust

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Me: So, you raised venture capital? There are a million ways to do quick, easy, low-cost rounds with prices. But founders these days seem strangely unfocused on finance and on terms that could hurt them even though we fought to the death about these same terms 10 years ago. On the phone …. We raised a seed round.

Liquidation Preference 153

Liquidation Preference Valuation Term Sheet Stock 153