Prakash Shah’s Post

A properly executed pitch deck serves as a powerful tool to clearly communicate the value proposition of the business.  It's the first impression investors have of the company, and it needs to capture their attention and interest right from the start. #LegalCircle #LegalExcellence #Fundraising #Pitch

If you're considering the distribution of shares during the fundraising for your company. It's a critical aspect that requires careful consideration to avoid potential issues. One challenge is the dilution of existing shareholders' ownership. As you bring in new investors and issue additional shares, the ownership stake of current shareholders may decrease. There's a way you can do this and keep your control and protect the interests of existing shareholders. #legalexcellence #legalcircle #fundraising #dilution

🔍 Demystifying Term Sheets for Founders - Part 6 💼 This week, let's discuss another anti-dilution clause: the ratchet. A right designed to protect investors' investments while also persuading them to invest in a risky project. 📌 Stay tuned for the next post on Bad & Good Leavers. Get ready for valuable insights!" #Founders #TermSheets #StartupJourney #Ratchet #Fundraising

That's definitely a tricky situation. As someone who designs film pitch decks, I've seen how crucial transparency is when it comes to attracting investors. The script plays a huge role in conveying the vision of the project. While I understand the need to protect intellectual property, there’s a fine balance between safeguarding ideas and giving investors the confidence they need to back the project. In my experience, a well-crafted pitch deck paired with a solid NDA usually addresses both concerns—offering just enough insight into the story without giving everything away. Hopefully, that producer rethinks their approach, as trust and communication are key to securing financing.

Advice for founders, who are raising money from angels: 1. Make sure that your investors meet SEC requirements for accredited investors. 2. Carefully consider what percentage of the company will go to angels after the priced round, so as not to give away too much equity in the early rounds. 3. If possible, raise money using the same SAFE for all investors, so that none of them feel disadvantaged. 4. Never give a board seat to investors in early, pre-equity rounds. 5. Try not to give pro-rata rights. 6. Discuss the SAFE terms with YOUR attorney if you need to. #fundraising #safe #angelinvestors #siliconvalley #startupfounders

I’m learning that there’s such a fine line when it comes to fundraising You want the capital to scale, but don’t want to dilute yourself too much too early Your exit is likely where your meaningful financial success will come from So you want to hold onto as much equity as possible But you also don’t want your business to be undercapitalized It’s a balancing act I’ve yet to give up any equity in Wake Up Water and have built it to a low 7-figure business But some outside capital would be nice! #fundraising #cpgbrands #angelinvesting

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Make due diligence a breeze! Organized records show investors you’re serious and ready for the big leagues. #DueDiligence #InvestorReadiness #Fundraising #InvestorReady #StartupDueDiligence #FundingJourney #GrowthMindset #BusinessPreparation

Make due diligence a breeze! Organized records show investors you’re serious and ready for the big leagues. #DueDiligence #InvestorReadiness #Fundraising #InvestorReady #StartupDueDiligence #FundingJourney #GrowthMindset #BusinessPreparation