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A capitalization table is a foundational element for startups. It details equity ownership, types of shares, and stakeholder information. When you maintain an accurate and up-to-date cap table, your startups can make informed decisions about fundraising, equity allocation, and overall business strategy. However, the cap table management industry is not without its challenges. However, these … Continued
In this edition of Founder Spotlight, we’re introducing Anurag Arjun, the co-founder of Avail. Avail is a modular blockchain base layer that provides data availability and scalability for next-generation, trust-minimized applications, and sovereign rollups. Let’s read more about Avail through Eqvista’s founder spotlight. Can you share the story behind the founding of Avail and what … Continued
Figure Equity Solutions has gained a reputation by providing a blockchain-based platform for managing primary issuances and secondary transactions. This technology allows companies to raise, manage, and trade equity on a single platform. Figure offers equity management solutions, but businesses seek more comprehensive and customized services as they expand. If you’re seeking a more comprehensive … Continued
The 409A Valuation Services market was valued at USD 10 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to USD 40.5 billion by 2031, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9% from 2024 to 2031. A 409A valuation has been an indispensable and crucial assessment for a startup when issuing stock options or … Continued
Check out the latest edition of Founder Spotlight! This time, we’re shining a light on Angel Orrantia, the dynamic Founder and President of Corporate Strategies. i2i Corporate Strategies is at the forefront of providing advisory and consulting services to drive Indigenous economic development, enterprise, and business opportunities. Get ready to dive into the world of … Continued
Startups begin with unique ideas and make it through innovative thinking, hard work, and all the other hurdles. They eventually achieve traction leading to maturity. One of the important elements in a company’s evolution is developing and managing the shares through a suitable pro forma cap table. It might be hard for newcomers in the … Continued
There are several options when it comes to valuing your company, and discounted cash flow (DCF) is probably the most common one. The DCF method establishes your company’s value by its projected future cash flows. It is common practice to employ this strategy while assessing possible investment possibilities. Despite its prevalence, the DCF method of … Continued
Check out our most recent edition of Founder Spotlight Interview, featuring David DeWolf, the CEO of Knownwell, an AI solutions company revolutionizing the way businesses operate in the Intelligence Economy. We are thrilled to share with our readers Knownwell’s exciting journey and challenges. Could you share the journey of Knownwell from its inception to becoming … Continued
Finovate Spring 2024 was a pivotal event for fintech industry leaders. It showcased groundbreaking demos, influential speakers, and valuable networking opportunities. Over 100 speakers from leading fintech companies, banks, investors, and industry experts spoke at Finovate. Through FinovateSpring, many companies showcased their latest technologies through live demos and for industry leaders to share insights on … Continued
There are different ways to figure out how much a family business or other type of business is worth. Traditional methods of valuing businesses have relied on a company’s profits or asset worth. For many family business owners, valuing their company is costly. Unfortunately, both of these ideas are wrong. Family business valuation and succession … Continued
Wait is over; in this edition of Founder Spotlight Interview, we introduce Zain Jaffer, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor actively involved in the PropTech space through his ventures, investments, and mentorship initiatives. Desire to support visionary entrepreneurs while investing flexibly across sectors like PropTech inspired Zain Jaffer to launch his investment vehicle, Zain Ventures. Let’s … Continued
While NQDC audits declined in recent years, the updated guide and the IRS’s request for substantial budget increases suggest heightened enforcement may be forthcoming. If enacted, a proposal in the Biden administration’s budget would also require employers to withhold Section 409A penalties from employees’ pay starting in 2024. IRS recently updated the Nonqualified Deferred Compensation … Continued
Navigating taxes is like solving a puzzle. You piece together deductions and credits to minimize your liability while staying within the rules. While you try to minimize your tax, it’s of the essence to know the tax codes. For Founders and employees with stock options, opting for the 83(b) election can help you save taxes. … Continued
Are you a busy founder growing your business, but uncertain when it comes to the topic of your equity? From juggling shareholder equity, new investors, ESOP plans and more, there is a lot that could go wrong with your cap table. By being mindful of these common mistakes and being proactive with your equity, founders … Continued
Startup funding in Australia is a crucial hurdle for entrepreneurs in this environment as it influences their capacity for innovation and growth. The government provides significant support for innovative projects, with over $3 billion allocated annually through the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI) alone. Initiatives such as the CSIRO Kick-Start and the Export Market … Continued
Get ready! Because Eqvista is back with another exciting edition of the Founder Spotlight Interview! This time, we bring you Alex Cooper, the brilliant Co-Founder of Pathways. This revolutionary platform automates the creation of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for building materials using AI technology. With Pathways, you can save up to 75% of your time … Continued
In every startup operation, a moment arrives when a founder must secure a 409A valuation, a crucial step that seems daunting. This valuation is pivotal, as it determines the fair market value of a startup’s common stock, directly influencing stock option grants, potential funding rounds, and tax implications. It raises a pressing question: Who has … Continued
Astrella by EQ is a cloud-based platform that offers equity management software for private businesses. It provides tools for managing cap tables, monitoring ownership transfers, and guaranteeing adherence to legal and regulatory obligations. Many people like Astrella because it has features necessary for stock valuations and regulatory compliance. As businesses expand, however, their requirements evolve. … Continued
Get ready to be inspired! In this edition of Founder Spotlight, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Claudia Tobar, the co-founder and chief education and impact officer at Kamina – a game-changing financial institution in Latin America. Claudia is here to take us through Kamina’s incredible story. What inspired you to start Kamina, and what … Continued
With complex finance and law, expert witnesses can greatly impact crucial legal battles like divorces or intellectual property disputes. These methods are critical in providing neutral, objective assessments of asset value, which help courts and juries make informed decisions. Expert witnesses use many different valuation methods, from income-based to market-based or asset-based methods. The method … Continued
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