Founders frequently underestimate the equity dilution impacts of funding rounds and employee stock option plans (ESOPs). Consider two stark examples: Eric Yuan's ownership in Zoom dwindled to 22% by ...

In the world of venture capital (VC, capitalization (cap) tables are essential. Simply, they show the level of funding raised and ownership offered by round of fundraising along with the instrument ...

Three investors have asked about your cap table. You nodded confidently. Then you opened a spreadsheet later and realized you weren’t actually sure what they were asking for or why it mattered so much ...

The person a founder chooses to back their company is important beyond the capital these investors provide. Each backer brings specific experiences and networks that can help founders in various ways.

The capitalisation table or the “cap table” provides a clear breakdown of a company’s ownership structure, outlining who holds majority stakes in the company and how much ownership each stake ...

Growth doesn't always call for bigger systems. Many startup founders discover that heavier, more expensive cap table systems create friction than clarity. As startups grow, their cap tables inevitably ...

This article explores the critical warning signs of a broken cap table, where a misaligned equity structure jeopardizes a startup’s growth and sustainability. It highlights how excessive founder ...