Common Parts Robotics: Part I
Overview
Introduction to Startups! Corporate structure and governance of private, venture-backed companies is informed primarily by the outcome of negotiation between company founders and venture capital investors. The founders represent the startup in these transactions in their capacities as executives and board members. With the assistance of their lawyers, founders must review the terms of a proposed transaction and vote on whether to approve it.
What You Will Learn
Cofounder dynamics and details of incorporating a new startup.
Thought process of forming the corporate board of a startup.
Interpersonal dynamics and economic arrangements among founders, early advisors, and board members.
An understanding of the innovation and investment ecosystem that birthed Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft.
An understanding of talent acquisition and retention strategies.
Terms and process of angel Investment as well as Series A, B, and C Financings.
Why adaptability in fundraising approaches is essential for companies seeking investment, emphasizing the need for strategic agility and readiness to seize unique opportunities.
Why board members' personal investment demonstrates commitment and fosters trust among stakeholders, emphasizing the significance of shared ownership and alignment of interests.
Leadership transitions underscore the importance of agile leadership and succession planning, highlighting the need for continuous talent development and organizational readiness for change.
Boards must navigate potential conflicts of interest in secondary sales during early financing rounds, considering compensation structures and ethical considerations.
