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In 1993, Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem founded NVIDIA as a fabless manufacturer of graphics accelerator chips for desktop computers. At the time, NVIDIA had secured funding of $20 million from investors like Sequoia Capital and Sutter Hill Ventures. Six years later, in 1999, the company went on to invent graphic processing units … Continued
Welcome to the Founder Spotlight series, another episode with Sven Van den Berghe, CEO of PanTera. The global shortage of actinium-225 (Ac-225) is a significant challenge for developing targeted cancer therapies. Currently, the global supply of Ac-225 is estimated at only 3 Curies per year, which is inadequate for the increasing number of clinical trials … Continued
While funding from any source is appreciated in startup circles, it is always reassuring when you have the backing of an investor with deep expertise in your sector. Such investors not only offer valuable guidance but also grant access to a network of portfolio companies, founders, investors, and professionals who can accelerate your growth. Their … Continued
Welcome to another series of founder spotlight! We’re featuring a prominent engineer and entrepreneur in this edition; meet Ken Gall, co-founder, and Chief Commercial Officer of restor3d—a company specializing in personalized healthcare solutions through the development of 3D-printed orthopedic implants. Ken Gall’s contributions to biomedical engineering and his entrepreneurial ventures reflect a dedication to advancing … Continued
In 2025, we expect a sunset on the federal estate tax exemption limit. So, the federal estate tax limit could drop from $13.99 million in 2025 to $6.99 million in 2026. Hence, all Americans are rushing to finalize their estate planning and to make the transfers in time. However, when there is haste, there are … Continued
The need for efficient and adaptable equity management solutions is growing every day with the growing complexity of equity structures and the popularity of equity compensation. From 2021 to 2024, the percentage of HR leaders who reported offering equity compensation rose from 65% to 76%. Similarly, in the past decade, we have seen equity interests … Continued
In this edition of the founder spotlight interview, we feature a prominent entrepreneur and a dynamic leader in aerospace innovation, Oluseun Taiwo, Founder and CEO of Solideon. Solideon’s mission is to deliver aerospace components 70% faster than traditional methods, addressing critical supply chain challenges in the industry. Oluseun has been acknowledged for his innovative approach … Continued
Startup valuation software has emerged as an indispensable tool for founders and investors to negotiate valuations in fundraising rounds. Other applications of this tool also include issuing equity compensations while maintaining tax compliance. However, today, we would like to examine how valuation software can help you make informed decisions. We will explore the use of … Continued
Globally, venture funding has been going through a downturn. Crunchbase reports that venture funding in Q3 2024 was down 15% on a year-on-year basis. This trend underscores the lack of liquidity that has been plaguing private equity for the past few years. However, that has not stopped illustrious startups such as Waymo, Clio, and Helsing … Continued
Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) deals with certain deferred compensations. Most businesses know that they need to get a valuation if they want to issue employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). However, the Section also deals with non-stock deferred compensations like bonuses and performance-linked incentives. So, even limited liability corporations (LLCs) that cannot … Continued
Knowing the true value of your business is the first step in preparing for its next big move. Some may view business valuation exercises as routing number-crunching needed for funding rounds and investor exits. However, it can offer far greater value. A professionally prepared business valuation report establishes a price point in share transactions and … Continued
Welcome to another series of founder spotlights with Alessandro Cillario, a prominent figure in the tech industry who is the co-founder and Co-CEO of Cubbit! As businesses grow, their data management systems must scale without sacrificing performance or security. Organizations face numerous challenges in managing increasing volumes and complexity of data. Cubbit addresses data management … Continued
Although the dilution impact on company valuation is positive, not all shareholders feel this way. To minimize this, they may want to exercise their anti-dilution rights, i.e., get more shares issued from the company. To help your investors decide whether to exercise anti-dilution rights, you must provide effective summaries of cap table dilution. In this … Continued
In May 2024, Johnson & Johnson completed its acquisition of Shockwave Medical offering $335 per share. On 26th March, when this deal first came to light, Shockwave Medical’s share price increased by 10.04%. Thus, acquisitions can cause significant swings in share prices. When your company becomes the target of an acquisition, you, as a shareholder, … Continued
In this edition of the founder spotlight, we feature Borja Martel Seward, Co-Founder and CEO of Roxom. This Argentinian-Spanish entrepreneur and angel investor emphasizes the importance of developing financial tools that leverage Bitcoin’s unique properties, aiming to create a 24/7 market. He believes that as Bitcoin becomes more integrated into global finance, platforms like Roxom … Continued
Stock options have become an integral part of employee compensation packages because of the flexibility and tax benefits they offer for both employees and employers. The two key sets of accounting guidelines for stock options are ASC 718 and ASC 740. Adhering to terms and conditions ensures smooth audits and tax compliance. These accounting guidelines … Continued
Y Combinator (YC) is a startup accelerator and fund. YC has made over 5,000 investments since 2005, including Airbnb, DoorDash, Stripe, Instacart, Dropbox, and Coinbase. The total value of YC companies exceeds $600 billion. YC offers training and services to help founders succeed throughout the life of their businesses. The fundamentals of launching a business … Continued
Welcome to this week’s edition of Founder Spotlight with Dr. Yasmin, an Executive Board Member at AidNexus who works on humanitarian aid LOB under Market Nexus. AidNexus is a humanitarian impact initiative created by Market Nexus Inc., a US-based company specializing in Web 3.0 B2B and G2B2G platforms. The initiative is deeply committed to alleviating … Continued
There is no static value or performance for the many investments that make up a portfolio. Many businesses employ investment management systems to pick and execute the best initiatives. Whether you’re in the building industry, the oil and gas industry, the military industry, the technology sector, or any other sector, active portfolio management will guarantee … Continued
Suppose your company previously valued its stock at $10 per share on January 1, 2023. Following a Series A funding round on July 1, 2023, which valued the company at $20 million pre-money, the company conducted a 409A refresh. An independent valuation firm determined the new fair market value (FMV) to be $15 per share, … Continued
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