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How Many Angels is the Right Amount for a Startup to Have?

Both Sides of the Table

” I found myself nodding through all of it with quotes like, “Seed investing is the status symbol of Silicon Valley,” said Sam Altman. Information Leaks are a Real Problem. Having too many investors can lead to information leaks. I was trying to cheekily suggest that it was the new status symbol.

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Should you go after value-add investors for your seed round?

Hippoland

Major investor / information rights? That being said, there are plenty of places in the world, outside of the Silicon Valley, where small investors (including angels) demand a lot of control. Will the investor have a board seat? What type of shares and what percentage of your company will he/she have?

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Three Questions Founders Should Ask Scouts Before Taking An Investment

Hunter Walker

[Stefon voice] “The hottest club in Silicon Valley is ‘Scouts.'” The ties in Silicon Valley are complex! I do not think it’s fair to have the Scout transfer founder updates or company information verbatim. Are you a Scout for multiple funds? Yes, some people are repping multiple funds.

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VC Governance FAQ: (1) How much information are limited partners (pensions, endowments, foundations, etc.) entitled to receive from a VC fund?

Pascal's View

Question: How much information are limited partners (pensions, endowments, foundations, etc.) ” This would include the GP’s fiduciary duties and confidentiality obligations with respect to not disclosing portfolio company information without the consent of such company. . entitled to receive from a VC fund?