Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 26, 2020

Despite the fact that the number of IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) for startups have continued to stay low, I still hear it touted often as the preferred exit strategy. Most startup founders voluntarily exit or are pushed out, and the fun is gone. Everyone dreams of becoming a billionaire overnight.

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Cost IPO Exit Strategy Initial Public Offering 319

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 26, 2018

Despite the fact that the number of IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) for startups have continued to stay low, I still hear it touted often as the preferred exit strategy. Most startup founders voluntarily exit or are pushed out, and the fun is gone. Everyone dreams of becoming a billionaire overnight.

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Exit Strategy IPO Initial Public Offering SEC 128

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Everything does not need to be disclosed right away, but as a serious business owner, you should have the following ready to go: Business Plan (should define market, problem, growth potential, sales channels, competition, patent info, exit strategy, profit margins, scalability, milestone markers). Stock Option.

Angel Investor 159

Angel Investor Technical Review Software Review Accredited Investor 159

Up and Running

JULY 2, 2014

You can’t underestimate the importance of selecting an attorney who “gets” your business model, your market opportunity, and most importantly, your fundraising and exit strategy. Do they (or does the firm they work for) have experience creating compensation packages for key employees, including stock options for all employees?

Technical Review 118

Technical Review Angel Investor Due Diligence Dilution 118

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 16, 2011

It has been at least a decade since going public via an Initial Public Offering (IPO) has been considered a credible exit strategy for startups. Of course, you’re going to have to perform well to make that stock useful in the acquisitions process. Do you need this for recruitment and retention? Do you need this for your image?

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IPO Social Media Media Exit Strategy 223

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2016

Despite the fact that the number of IPOs (Initial Public Offerings) for startups have continued to decrease, I still hear it touted often as the preferred exit strategy. Most startup founders voluntarily exit or are pushed out, and the fun is gone. Everyone dreams of becoming a billionaire overnight.

IPO 120

IPO Initial Public Offering SEC Stock Options 120

Up and Running

OCTOBER 13, 2022

If you lack profitability, you may find that there are objections to stock purchases. Business owners can sell company stock to employees as part of their exit strategy. For example, plan to set aside 10-15% of the total ownership into an ESOP pool, and allocate the options over a 3 to 4-year vesting period.

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Vesting Stock Valuation Stock Options 88