YoungUpstarts
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
One of the most effective ways to spot solid potential in an early-stage startup is by checking out the working technology, as well as the current operating model, making sure it’s seamless and user-friendly. With over a decade of hands-on experience in venture capital, Emmanuel is also an expert in M&A and deal structuring.
Both Sides of the Table
NOVEMBER 13, 2014
Operating experience (Helped run parts of CitySearch & UrbanSpoon, tons of product management experience, Board of Hatch Labs which helped spawn Tinder). People often ask me what VCs look for when we hire partners and many have asked how to become VCs themselves one day. She has been in operations in Seattle and Los Angeles.
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YoungUpstarts
MAY 17, 2019
The opportunity: Use this as a negotiating point when bargaining for the deal. If the business IS the business owner, then that person needs to be part of the deal. Structure the buy-out to include an employment contract or consulting agreement, as well as an earn-out.
David Teten
JANUARY 21, 2021
According to a recent interview with Founding Partner Andrew Oved, Reformation invests in SaaS (vertical and application software) and consumer product businesses that have achieved $1M-$5M in annualized revenue, while operating capital efficiently. Purpose Ventures’ deal structures are bespoke to each company.
Duct Tape Marketing
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Let's talk about some of the deal structures you've seen. So, you know, it's really common for somebody to, you know, you talked about will this business, can I operate this business without that owner? 18:37): And so any of those people potentially could become a new operator. 09:23): Sure.
David Teten
OCTOBER 1, 2015
portfolio operator VCs, e.g., Andreessen Horowitz, ff Venture Capital, First Round Capital, Google Ventures. I’ve been looking for suggestions for an initial deal structure that is appropriate for the theoretical case of a trusted dev shop putting in $100k in market-value of services over a 6 month period in time.
YoungUpstarts
MAY 9, 2019
The investment banker or advisor you hire will help you market your company and find potential buyers. By the same token, using a competent accountant for tax advice can help you maximize the deal structure to limit your tax exposure and maximize the cash potential in the sale. Want freedom and autonomy?
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