YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

A concrete monetization strategy, or at the very least a revenue model, gives investors detailed insight into how a startup plans to generate profit once an established network is set into place. With over a decade of hands-on experience in venture capital, Emmanuel is also an expert in M&A and deal structuring.

Early Stage 138

Early Stage Cofounder Startup Security 138

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

As a result we need somebody well networked into these communities already. Her network from her educational institutions alone has friends in all of the top tech, media & banking institutions. In Kara’s case I got to see her work on deal structuring first hand having worked closely with her on her board at P.S. XO.

Partner 408

Partner Las Vegas Los Angeles Baltimore 408

Berkonomics

MAY 15, 2014

As an example, twenty five years ago, most VCs used common share deal structures. It was not until the later 1980s that the preferred share structure became popular. During those times, VCs had lots of conferences where thought leaders gathered to discuss term sheets, deal structures and fund strategies.

Term Sheet 91

Term Sheet Angel Groups Angel Investor Deal Structure 91

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Just 18 months after this photo sharing program and social network was launched, Facebook offered to purchase Instagram for $1 billion in cash and stock. The deal closed only four months later in August of 2012. Negotiating a different deal structure could have prevented the price from dropping. . - Unprofitable.

IPO 162

IPO Exit Strategy San Francisco Startup 162

VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 6, 2011

Deal structure – I could write a full post just on this, but some aspects that were brought up are the need to agree on a reasonable valuation, what investment vehicles are used (convertible debt vs stock, options and warrants and other non-dilutive mechanisms). What experience or contacts are they bringing to the table?

Startup 133

Startup Cofounder Warrant Stock Options 133

Hunter Walker

MAY 18, 2015

Similarly, a GP might be in the middle of great flow, but we need to have conviction that they can identify the right deals, structure creatively, and negotiate effectively. A powerful network is always valuable. Is this something you’ve thought about as part of Irvine’s investing strategy? What would your advice be?

LP 48

LP Portfolio Early Stage Institutional Investors 48

David Teten

JANUARY 21, 2021

In addition to a fund, the overall Capacity organization provides direct mentorship, consulting and connects founders to a broad network of talent, diverse forms of capital, and existing resources focused on the post-startup stage of growth. I wanted [a term for] something similar (between debt and equity) but on an extremely small scale.”.

Equity 78

Equity Revenue Cofounder Colorado 78