Liquidation Preference

Control provisions in a term sheet leave a powerful impression on your startup just like a Lambic imparts strong flavors on your pallet. In this episode we cover four control terms that all founders need to know before they raise their Series A. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

There are many economic provisions in a term sheet. However, just like special release beers, some are more important than others. In this episode we cover three economic terms that all founders need to know before they raise their Series A. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

With the changing of the seasons comes an inflated desire for the rich flavors of an Oktoberfest. This is no different than the increased anticipation most founders feel to get a term sheet for their Series A. However, there is more to this financing than just the deal, and every entrepreneur must view it from all angles. In this episode we discuss the facets of the Series A round that are often overlooked by many startups. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

Accelerators can propel your startup to that next level just like a good coffee beer can give you the energy you need to finish out your day. While not necessary for every company, those that join the competent ones exit with the foundation needed for success. In this discussion we dive into what accelerators are, what they want, how to choose the right one, and some red flags to keep an eye out for. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

For many, the seed round is hazy like a wheat beer. Should I sell preferred stock? Why shouldn’t I sell common stock? What does this process look like? What are these rights my investor wants? In this discussion we continue our conversation on the seed round by answering those questions. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

Raising a Seed Round for your startup is sweeter than mead. But was does it entail? In this discussion we cover the basics for this round of investor financing, the more popular instruments used for this raise, and how founders can choose the right one. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

In my practice, I often have to clear up quite a few misconceptions when it comes to raising money for a startup. Just like that first sip of a sour ale, learning that you have been thinking, approaching, or handling the fundraising process wrong is a bitter pill to swallow. However, the punch that flavor brings is eye opening. In this discussion we cover those misconceptions; the dos and don’ts when interacting with investors; when founders should conduct a raise; how much money your startup needs; and how all founders need to keep their feet on the ground. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

Every entrepreneur needs a mentor, and every startup needs advisors. Making the right choice is like selecting any good India Pale Ale; powerful and enjoyable. While you can find many out there to fill these roles, there are those who, like a bad IPA, can leave you with a bad taste in your mouth, and a pounding headache. In this discussion we cover everything a founder needs to know about mentors, advisors, finders, and predators. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

The business formation process demands that specific steps be taken. Just like every get-together needs good friends and a light lager, every startup needs a straightforward layout and specific agreements in place from the beginning. In this discussion we cover how to incorporate, what documents accompany the process, and how you should structure your startup. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

When it comes to starting a business, you want to get it right from the beginning. Like a good stout beer, forming your company correctly provides you a strong base to build upon. In this discussion we cover what type of entity your startup should be, and which state it should be formed in. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!