Scott Edward Walker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

Vesting Restrictions. The first deadly mistake relates to vesting restrictions. And if the departing founder has a huge chunk of equity, it is unlikely that the company will find many sophisticated angels or VC’s interested in investing. IP Ownership. Any IP created or acquired by a founder (e.g.,

Vesting 89

Vesting Software Review IP Intellectual Property 89

Scott Edward Walker

JUNE 23, 2011

Not only are there key contractual issues that must be buttoned-down (like vesting and IP assignment ), but also there is a minefield of laws and regulations that must be complied with. Introduction I love working with startups – and trying to protect founders and watch their backs. Many thanks, Scott.

Accredited Investor 82

Accredited Investor Sweat Equity Los Angeles Finder 82

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 5, 2011

In Los Angeles we don’t have “patron technology companies&# that are big enough to matter – we’re still hoping to see them emerge. It’s clear that America has a vested interest in promoting entrepreneurship in many regions in the country to stimulate innovation & job creation. Elder Statesmen.

Seattle 317

Seattle Silicon Valley Technical Review Los Angeles 317

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

Angels are always looking for technical people on the founding team and many don’t invest if there isn’t one. You can give them 20% of the company with a vesting schedule over four years (this way if things don’t work out you don’t lose too much), and you add infinite value to your team. If you’re not a developer, find someone who is.

Angel Investor 302

Angel Investor Cofounder Southern California .Net 302