SoCal CTO

JANUARY 18, 2011

During that time one of the founders had mentioned that for the initial agreed time (3 months, equivalent dollars could be translated to 2% of equity but no agreement was reached at that time). I tried to argue that the equity should be what it was at the time I joined and discussed but there was no formal agreement at that time.

CTO 167

CTO CTO Hire Equity Vesting 167

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 18, 2011

During that time one of the founders had mentioned that for the initial agreed time (3 months, equivalent dollars could be translated to 2% of equity but no agreement was reached at that time). I tried to argue that the equity should be what it was at the time I joined and discussed but there was no formal agreement at that time.

CTO 150

CTO CTO Hire Equity Vesting 150

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2013

What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? The advantage is no time and effort is spent searching and preparing for the other alternatives, and no repayment terms or collateral are required. There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment.

Equity 207

Equity Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy 207

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 14, 2023

Deferred payments start with stretching the payables period but, more importantly, include giving employee equity in lieu of a higher salaries and negotiating vendor deferred payments out of future revenues. That should equate to an adequate valuation for a $2 million follow-on Series-A round, without giving away all the equity.

Burn Rate 258

Burn Rate Hockey Stick Management Salary 258

David Teten

APRIL 1, 2021

I’ve recently advised a number of emerging private equity and VC funds who are wrestling with the question: What are the highest impact steps they can take to support their portfolio companies? . Almost every private equity and venture capital investor now advertises that they have a platform to support their portfolio companies.

Private Equity 78

Private Equity Venture Capital Portfolio Equity 78

David Teten

MARCH 14, 2018

Among the sites we have found most helpful with practical guides for founders: Biztree , First Search , Foundersuite , Goodwin Founders Workbench , Guides.co , Inc.com , and StartupRocket. . Sophisticated VC and private equity funds have a wide array of options for leveraging outside operating executives. Previously posted on PEHub.

Private Equity 60

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Cofounder 60

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 19, 2020

Deferred payments start with stretching the payables period but, more importantly, include giving employee equity in lieu of a higher salaries and negotiating vendor deferred payments out of future revenues. That should equate to an adequate valuation for a $2 million follow-on Series-A round, without giving away all the equity.

Burn Rate 310

Burn Rate Hockey Stick Salary Angel Investor 310

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2021

The Wal-Mart home page is customized for each shopper based on location, local weather, and the customer search and purchase history. That means that many companies are now forgoing the rush to go public (IPO), in favor of major equity investments from specialized venture capital funds, such as Japan’s SoftBank.

Software Review 355

Software Review Algorithm Global IPO 355

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 11, 2022

This era was dominated by a ZIRP (zero interest rate policy) of the federal reserve and easy money in search of high yields and encouraging growth at all costs. I suppose if I loved spreadsheets and valuations and benchmarking I would work in the even more lucrative world of late-stage private equity. The tide has gone out.

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Valuation San Francisco Ratchet Liquidation Preference 466

David Teten

SEPTEMBER 23, 2017

Private equity and venture capital investors are copying our sisters in the hedge fund and mutual fund world: we’re trying to automate more of our job. VCs tout themselves as frontier technology investors, but most are using the same infrastructure tools they have used for the past 20+ years: Excel and recent college grads searching Google.

Private Equity 60

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Technical Review 60

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

If you are one of the thousands of entrepreneurs who need equity funding to get your startup going (no loans to repay), you are probably overwhelmed at the prospect of finding, contacting and pitching to the huge number of qualified angels and investment groups around the country. Collect target customer testimonials and advocacy.

Equity 236

Equity Intellectual Property Elevator Pitch Social Media 236

View from Seed

APRIL 6, 2021

Our goal is to conduct a broad and inclusive search for this role. We are firm believers that diverse points of view strengthen the collective intellectual equity and long-term performance, and we truly welcome people with a broad set of backgrounds and perspectives to apply. A Final Note. How To Apply .

Technical Review 317

Technical Review Software Review Seed Stage Cofounder 317

The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Venture capital is a type of private equity. The downside to venture capital is that the company or individual doing investing generally get equity in the company. One difference between venture capital and private equity deals, in general, is that venture capital focuses on emerging companies. What is Venture Capital Funding?

Venture Capital 144

Venture Capital Technical Review Software Review Security 144

View from Seed

JULY 6, 2020

Our goal is to conduct a broad and inclusive search for this role. We are firm believers that diverse points of view strengthen the collective intellectual equity and long-term performance, and we truly welcome people with a broad set of backgrounds and perspectives to apply. . A Final Note. How To Apply .

Technical Review 257

Technical Review Software Review Hiring Seed Stage 257

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 27, 2021

Here are eight key insights that will help you find a productive match: Angels want equity ownership, not causes. A better approach is to first understand who these people are, why and how they invest, and then focus on the ones who are the best match for your particular startup stage, location and industry.

Search 317

Search Accredited Investor Angel Investor Venture Capital 317

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Deferred payments start with stretching the payables period but, more importantly, include giving employee equity in lieu of a higher salaries and negotiating vendor deferred payments out of future revenues. That should equate to an adequate valuation for a $2 million follow-on Series-A round, without giving away all the equity.

Burn Rate 223

Burn Rate Hockey Stick Startup Salary 223

View from Seed

JANUARY 27, 2021

Our goal is to conduct a broad and inclusive search for this role. We are firm believers that diverse points of view strengthen the collective intellectual equity and long-term performance, and we truly welcome people with a broad set of backgrounds and perspectives to apply. . A Final Note. How To Apply .

Operations 227

Operations Hiring Seed Stage Software Review 227

David Teten

JULY 24, 2019

If you’re looking for a job in venture capital (or private equity), here is a list of compensation benchmarks, plus all the recruiters I’m aware of who do searches for roles inside venture capital firms, Analyst through Partner. Heidrick: PRIVATE EQUITY COMPENSATION TRENDS IN NORTH AMERICA: 2018. Amity Search Partners.

Venture Capital 60

Venture Capital Private Equity Technical Review North America 60

Hippoland

AUGUST 17, 2016

A reader named Turner Dean recently asked me whether it’s better to raise seed money on convertible notes or straight-up equity. Just do a Google search. In contrast, if you do an equity round, you as the founder will often have to pay $20k-$50k in legal bills. What major terms you should look for / be aware of / ask for?

Equity 48

Equity Convertible Security Silicon Valley Technical Review 48

Board Effect

MARCH 8, 2022

People generally like to be served by people much like themselves, which is the primary reason for all nonprofits to focus heavily on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Are Nonprofits Making Progress in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion? Diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a new topic for nonprofit organizations.

Equity 105

Equity San Diego Community Matching 105

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in nonprofit good causes. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. Individual and institutional philanthropy.

Angel Investor 132

Angel Investor Equity Technical Review Exit Strategy 132

SoCal CTO

MARCH 12, 2012

Okay, so now you have it narrowed down and have determined that you need: Part-Time CTO or Technology Advisor to help guide you and close a bit of the Startup Founder Developer Gap , and Equity-Only Cofounder Developer - the first real developer that will work for equity and produce the bulk of the application. Go to user groups.

Technical Cofounder 211

Technical Cofounder Cofounder CTO Hire Los Angeles 211

View from Seed

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

We are conducting a broad and inclusive search for this role. Our team comes from a range of backgrounds in terms of ethnicity / gender / nationality and we are firm believers that diverse points of view strengthen our collective intellectual equity and long-term performance. A Final Note.

Technical Review 156

Technical Review North America Seed Stage Bandwidth 156

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Those who have been investing in stocks and equity will know of the risks that it carries when it comes to long-term wealth creation. The volatility associated with equities and stocks can, however, turn investors away. Or, better yet, would that make you invest in the equity market? Would that sound unbelievable?

Portfolio 124

Portfolio Equity Stock Search 124

Version One Ventures

JUNE 30, 2023

You’ll never have to search Stack Overflow again ! And Patch Radius enables companies, consultants, carbon accountants, private equity, etc. You can identify the bug, receive the code to fix it, and share with your team – all in one link. Last, but definitely not least, Patch had two big launches last quarter.

Portfolio 60

Portfolio Software Review Technical Review ChatGPT 60

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 5, 2014

Deferred payments start with stretching the payables period but, more importantly, include giving employee equity in lieu of a higher salaries and negotiating vendor deferred payments out of future revenues. That should equate to an adequate valuation for a $2 million follow-on Series-A round, without giving away all the equity.

Burn Rate 262

Burn Rate Hockey Stick Entrepreneur Salary 262

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 25, 2012

The advantage is no time and effort searching and preparing for the other alternatives, and you don’t have to encumber yourself or give up control of your company. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

Technical Review 257

Technical Review Bootstrapping Venture Capital Incubator 257

www.inc.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Should You Share Equity with Consultants? To grow his cash-strapped start-up, Parker ended up sharing equity -- not only with employees, but also with consultants and vendors. Parker found that equity as compensation helped build loyalty to his company -- even among consultants. But sharing equity can have pitfalls, too.

Fractional CTO 40

Fractional CTO Equity Iowa Technical Cofounder 40

View from Seed

MAY 24, 2021

Our goal is to conduct a broad and inclusive search for this role. We are firm believers that diverse points of view strengthen the collective intellectual equity and long-term performance, and we truly welcome people with a broad set of backgrounds and perspectives to apply. A Final Note. How To Apply .

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Software Review Seed Stage Cofounder 120

genylabs.typepad.com

SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

Working for Equity Instead of Cash. has an article on service firms waiving their fees and instead taking equity in their clients. Interest in this waned when the Internet bust resulted in most tech start-up equity becoming worthless, but it seems to be coming back. Not all start-up stock is created equally.

Equity 40

Equity Technical Review San Jose Stock 40

View from Seed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

The decision around sequencing is equally (if not more) important, especially in the first 12-18 months of the business as you search for PMF and test out your initial go-to-market (GTM) strategy. With extremely limited resources and time, one wrong step could cost you 6-9 months of runway.

Part-Time VPE 195

Part-Time VPE Seed Stage CTO Hire Forecast 195

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Angel investors and venture capitalists don’t make equity investments in non-profits. What options do they have available to them, since they can’t sell a share of the company (no equity investment)? There is no discussion of equity, or return on investment. donation equity grant investment non-profit philantropy startup'

Angel Investor 120

Angel Investor Equity Technical Review Exit Strategy 120

David Teten

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Microcredentials for the Effective Venture Capital or Private Equity Investor. 10 tips for smarter, more efficient internet searching. I recommend join the communities I list at Microcredentials for the Effective Venture Capital or Private Equity Investor , in particular Confluence and GenZMafia. Tools for research: Hiswai.

Private Equity 78

Private Equity Venture Capital Equity Seed Stage 78

www.drowningamerican.com

JUNE 22, 2012

Next → How to Hire for Sweat Equity…. That being said the following is available to the right candidate: • 3-5% equity in the company (based on experience). • $50,000/year salary once we obtain funding (target: January, 2010). And now I’m trying to get my own team, and have them work for equity. Drowning American.

Sweat Equity 40

Sweat Equity Equity Hiring Technical Review 40

ConversionXL

JANUARY 18, 2022

Brand marketing is concerned with objectives such as: Brand tracking , identity, and recognition; Improving brand awareness ; Building brand equity ; Understanding and influencing consumer perceptions about the brand. Use brand marketing strategies to build brand equity. But, consider what equity you hold before executing a rebrand.

Marketing 110

Marketing Product Audience Equity 110

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 12, 2015

Every investor in your startup, even friends and family, normally expects a share of your company (equity), which means your return for all your effort goes down quickly. This is at least double the time required for most equity investments, and may be a delay you can’t afford in keeping up with the market and your competitors.

SBIR 120

SBIR Equity Technical Review Early Stage 120

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 16, 2011

The advantage is no time and effort searching and preparing for the other alternatives, and you don’t have to encumber yourself or give up control of your company. An investment from a venture capital firm is usually expensive, in equity and control. Bartering services for equity. Startup incubators.

Technical Review 233

Technical Review Bootstrapping Startup Venture Capital 233