Course Description
This course will provide a comprehensive guide to structuring a company’s capital stack for long-term growth, focusing on strategies for initial capitalization and early-stage financing. Attendees will explore key components such as common and preferred equity, convertible notes, SAFEs, shareholder loans, and profit interests, with practical insights on how to structure these elements to ensure flexibility and sustainability. Additionally, the course will cover critical governance tools, including shareholder and voting agreements, to help align ownership, control, and long-term business objectives.
Syllabus
- Common Equity
- Preferred Equity
- Convertible Notes
- SAFEs
- Shareholder Loans
- Profit Interests
- Options/Warrants
- Shareholder Agreements
- Voting Agreements