The choice of funding source depends on factors like the startup’s stage,industry, growth potential and the founders preferences regarding equity and control. It’s common for the startup’s in the US to combine multiple funding sources as they progress through different growth stages. The US government provides significant funding opportunities for startups and small businesses through …
Welcome to this edition of Founders Spotlight interview with Alexander Grimm, Co-Founder and MD of AQUATY, an innovative fintech platform that digitizes and democratizes access to venture capital and private market investments for a broader audience of investors and founders. Ready to dive into the thrilling and inspiring story behind AQUATY? What inspired you to …
Nixon Peabody LLP’s Emerging Companies and Venture Capital team is hosting an exclusive event in San Francisco on September 4th to discuss the evolving landscape of capital raising. Lior Zorea, Partner and Leader of Nixon Peabody’s West Coast Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Practice will moderate this exciting panel. Tomas Milar, Founder and CEO of …
Learning from the past, investors in 2024 are more conscious of the risks in private equity. The attitude has changed from being excessively optimistic to being vigilant. There is a call for transparency and consistency in portfolio valuations. As new technologies emerge, investors have recognized the need for advanced valuation methodologies. Join us as we …
Investors are always looking for innovative startups that could disrupt their respective industry segments. Such startups can potentially capture a significant portion of value creation in a particular industry. However, more often than not, innovative startups will not have financial performance or market-tested solutions to bolster their claims. Instead, they would rely on their patent …
Welcome to this edition of Founder Spotlight, where we introduce Charisse Pasche, a prominent entrepreneur known for co-founding Dapper Boi, an innovative clothing line focused on all-gender and body-inclusive apparel. In 2015, Charisse Pasche and her wife, Vicky Pasche, co-founded the brand to address the lack of stylish, inclusive clothing options for diverse body types …
In 2024, the business valuation landscape will go through some significant changes. Since representatives for almost half the world will be elected in 2024, substantial changes to government policies are on the cards. At the same time, we can expect some key regulations regarding ESOPs to be established. The rise of transformative businesses with never-seen-before …
Intellectual property (IP) valuations aim to find out how well a company can monetize its research and development (R&D) results or reputation. IP rights, especially patents, are granted in such a way that companies are incentivized to keep innovating while other people have access to the technology and can improve on it eventually. The incentives …
Get ready for the most recent release of Founder Spotlight! This time, we had an amazing chat with Kabir Mathur, the CEO and co-founder of Leen. Leen is a groundbreaking company that offers a unified API for cybersecurity data. Leen’s mission is to simplify and expedite the integration of security products. Their pre-built connectors and …
Tekpon, a leading online marketplace dedicated to SaaS and software solutions, has released its carefully curated list of top equity management software platforms, recognizing Eqvista as the leading choice. We’re thrilled that Eqvista has earned a top spot among equity management platforms. Being featured on Tekpon’s list is a huge honor, and it truly reflects …
If your company has an urgent need to hire talent, you might actually welcome market volatility with arms wide open. Why? Well, market volatility can reduce valuations. Investors will be uncertain about your company’s value and they will want a better risk premium for their funds. But, if you issue stock-based compensation at this point, …
Eqvista has built a strong platform for founders to manage equity management as easily as their companies grow. Keep reading to learn the latest updates to our cap table. Manage Shareholder Access Effortlessly With Eqvista Say goodbye to long hours of admin work, and say hello to efficiency. Even with over 100 shareholders, Eqvista’s user-friendly …
Get ready for an exclusive Founder Spotlight Interview with Alasdair Hood, the visionary CEO and Founder of Recirculate Systems Limited! This company is revolutionizing sustainable resource management and circular economy solutions. Discover how Recirculate Systems leads the way with advanced recirculation systems, transforming businesses by providing sustainable alternatives to single-use waste. Alasdair Hood will take …
The valuation methodologies used by startups are highly dependent on estimation and guessing. What this implies for investors is that there isn’t a universally recognized way to analyze all of the issues. However, angel investors and VCs use various venture capital valuation methodologies to determine a startup’s worth. When calculating the pre-money value of pre-revenue …
A business’s true value is a central theme in all fundraising rounds and IRS audits. In fundraising rounds, not only does valuation determine the amount of equity given up for the required investment, but it also affects how the early investors are compensated. In mergers and acquisitions, a consensus about the business valuation can be …
In this edition of Founder Spotlight, we feature Simon Kerry, CEO and Founder of Curve Therapeutics, a private biotechnology company pioneering a revolutionary intracellular screening platform to enable the discovery of innovative therapeutics against complex and challenging disease targets. Let’s join Simon to learn more about Curve Therapeutics’ journey. What motivated you to establish Curve …
Estimates indicate that the Business Valuation Platform Market, worth $60 billion in 2023, will reach a whopping $97.49 billion by 2031, expanding at a remarkable CAGR of 7.18 percent from 2024 to 2031. Modern business practices rely increasingly on accurate and competent valuation services. However, not all valuations are the same. You may need a …
Helming a startup without legal counsel can be like playing snakes and ladders with blindfolds. You might get lucky but it is definitely not recommended. A good law firm can guide you in registering your company, complying with regulations, and onboarding executives and investors. Some can even introduce you to investors if they specialize in …
Welcome to this edition of the Founder Spotlight interview! Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to the mastermind behind Octup—Alon Partuk. As the CEO and founder of Octup, Alon has created an all-in-one e-commerce operations platform that is revolutionizing the industry. With Octup, businesses can streamline their operations and reduce their costs by up …
In the early stages of a startup, cap tables emerge as a crucial tool for tracking ownership, managing dilution, and positioning yourself for future fundraising. However, the technical complexities and evolving landscape of cap tables can leave founders feeling overwhelmed. Eqvista, a leading provider of cap table management and startup valuations, is here to equip …
Over 23,000 companies use Eqvista to simplify equity, stay compliant, and scale—whether hiring their first employee or closing their next round.