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Achieving Key Benchmarks Before a Series C Round
Embarking on a Series C funding round is an exciting turning point for late-stage companies. Have you reached the milestones?
5 Key Takeaways from the Sequoia Memo — Y Combinator & LightSpeed Chime In
The “leaked” Sequoia memo, Adapting to Endure, highlights several concepts for startups and businesses backed by venture capital. Here’s our key takeaways.
Tech Companies: What to Expect Going Public Post-Pandemic
After a nerve wracking pandemic year, many tech companies anticipate going public. Here’s what to expect from IPOs in the future.
5 Highest-Valued Unicorn Companies of 2021
Despite a threatened economy, many startups paved the way forward. Here’s a roundup of the top 5 unicorn companies making waves in today’s market.
How the Pandemic Impacts the Flow of Venture Capital Funding
Like most things in life, the pandemic impacted venture capital funding — but how? Let’s review the influence of this health crisis.
7 Types of Late-Stage Investors to Know
Late-stage companies pursing funding must understand the types of investors in the game. Here’s some insider info.
Closing Series B: What’s Next?
With new products, team members, goals, and expectations, your daily operations are undoubtedly going to change. What should founders expect?
Getting the Series B Term Sheet Right
Typically, the Series B term sheet process is relatively straightforward — but it has its nuances, too. Here’s our guide to getting it right.
Operational and Risk Management Changes
Series B shifts your business’s goals to a laser-focused vision of strategy. Your risk management approach must change to keep pace with your company’s new momentum.
Identifying the Right New Investors
Since a Series B round is often somewhat different from a Series A, we look at finding, evaluating, and recruiting new right investors for your second round of funding
When Should You Raise Series B Funding?
What are the key steps in preparation for a Series B? How to game plan for what’s to come, what to expect, and the pitfalls to avoid.
VC Insight: Understanding Late-Stage Investment Risks
Investing in late-stage companies is often viewed as less risky — but it’s still a venture. Let’s explore late-stage investment risks.
Negotiating and Closing Your Series A
Coming to the end of your Series A round can drum up a few significant feelings. Relief, joy, fear, and excitement, usually top the list—just to name a few. While it may seem more comfortable to stand back and let things play out, now is the time to refill your coffee, so you’re extra attentive.
The Series A Term Sheet
dEmbarking on a Series A funding round requires intention and precision. No matter if you’re busy choosing venture capital (VC) investors or creating your perfect pitch deck, having your ducks in a row is beneficial. When it comes to the term sheet, however, your negotiating skills can either make or break you. But we can
How to Create the Perfect Pitch Deck
As an eager business owner, the pitch deck for your Series A is often the first thing on your to-do list. This item is one of the more exciting parts, after all. But just as we’ve described in this entire blog post series, the strategy is everything. Take a step back and slow down to
Getting Ready for Your Series A: Fundraising Strategy
No hard and fast rules exist regarding prerequisites for your Series A fundraising strategy but consider these insider guidelines to get the most out of your professional pursuits.
Finding the Right VC
Plunging in a Series A funding round typically means two things. For starters, you’re on the brink of a massive and profitable (hopefully) business venture. And secondly, you’re likely losing sleep because of all the details on your to-do list. Before attempting to tick off any more tasks, let’s slow down and talk about finding
Get Directors & Officers Insurance
Most fast-growth companies tend to have one concern in common: legitimacy. The “real deal” companies go far, after all. Perhaps you’re ready to move past the seedling stage and are trying to attract quality leadership to your board of directors. Or, you’re embarking on a Series A funding round to harness professional momentum. No matter
Series A Success Story: An Interview with Fig
We spoke with Justin Bailey of Fig (since acquired by Republic) about his experience on successfully closing a Series A round. He has some great tips and shares important lessons for founders embarking on their funding journey. Tell me a little bit about yourself and why you founded Fig? I’m Justin Bailey, Founder and CEO of
ESOPs: Do They Impact D&O Insurance?
Plenty of risks are associated with ESOPs. But, how do they impact your current D&O, E&O, or general liability insurance policy. Here’s the scoop.
Private Companies Won’t Escape SEC Scrutiny; D&O Coverage May Be Crucial
SEC suits against Theranos and Jumio illustrate that private companies won’t avoid SEC scrutiny and that D&O insurance is more important than ever.
Key Person Insurance Alternatives
Key Person Insurance can be a valuable policy for when the unthinkable happens, but it has its disadvantages. We examine Contract protection insurance (“CPI”) and other alternatives.