YoungUpstarts

JUNE 15, 2015

He may have been named by Silicon Valley thought leader Paul Graham as one of the five most interesting startup founders since 1979, but Sam’s curious penchant for wearing t-shirts over long-sleeve shirts suggests that he’s definitely too young for me. What I fell in love with was Sam’s How To Start A Startup class at Stanford.

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VC Cafe

FEBRUARY 6, 2011

VC investors rely heavily on referrals, but what should a non US startup do when looking to raise funding in Silicon Valley? I found a question on Quora that relates to European startups, but found that some of the advice may be very relevant to Israeli startups as well. It’s not a dot, it’s a line.

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Gust

MAY 17, 2023

Imagine that you are the founder of a Brazilian B2B SaaS startup that has landed a few enterprise clients and has some good traction. based investors are productive, you soon realize that they are unwilling to invest in your Brazilian startup as it is governed by laws they are not familiar with. While your conversations with U.S.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2019

Since then it has grown to serve the tri-state New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware areas, but I still consider it a small business and my employees, more like a family. The post Start Up and Stay Up – How Small Businesses Survive & Thrive appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Craig Schmitz, a partner in the Technology Companies Group at law firm Godwin Proctor LLP who works on corporate, governance, board and fundraising issues, and Erika Fisher, an associate in the firm’s Business Law Department who deals with IP, fielded questions about the legal issues startups face. ” The Cost of Financing.

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Up and Running

MAY 23, 2016

To give you a better idea of what entrepreneurs in this industry are thinking about during each phase of the startup process, I interviewed SaaS entrepreneurs from all over the world, including our own COO Noah Parsons. Eric Ries, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and author of The Lean Startup, popularized this strategy for web applications.

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Austin Startup

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

Background Reading: When LLCs Make Sense for Startups Not Building a Unicorn If you have spent almost any time reading about the basics of startup legal issues, you know that Delaware C-corps are the default organizational structure for a “classic” tech startup (software, hardware) planning to raise angel/VC money and scale.

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The Next Web

JUNE 19, 2012

Under the relatively fresh ‘TNW Profile’ banner, we regularly shine a light on great European entrepreneurs and startup founders, to learn more about their journey and their business, and what drives them personally. Who knows – maybe a “startup musical”? What are you currently involved with? Wanna help?

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 13, 2015

Secondly, if we are for example, launching our business venture in the United States, then we should think about where we should be incorporated, and there the best option is Delaware.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 11, 2013

If you are certain that you are building a large national corporation with more than 100 investors, and multiple classes of stock, then you might as well start with a Delaware or Nevada C-Corp. Incorporate your startup after the business plan, but before you spend a dollar on product development. But don’t be misled.

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David Teten

MAY 7, 2019

Do you have a great team at your seed startup, but your product just isn’t working? Would you like to have a salary from day one that you work full-time on your startup? We assume we’ll be structured as a traditional Delaware C corporation. We are a nonpartisan, bipartisan startup of concerned Americans.

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David Teten

JULY 10, 2019

Do you have a great team at your seed startup, but your product just isn’t working? Would you like to have a salary from day one that you work full-time on your startup? We assume we’ll be structured as a traditional Delaware C corporation. We are a nonpartisan, bipartisan startup of concerned Americans. Sounds great!

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Gust

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It’s Delaware Franchise Tax Season! If you’re incorporated in Delaware and you’re staring at a terrifying notice with the number $85,165.00 It’s very likely that your startup only owes $400. Your pre-revenue startup doesn’t owe $85,165 in Delaware Franchise Taxes appeared first on Gust. on it, don’t panic.

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Austin Startup

JANUARY 25, 2020

Austin, TX Fast forward 4 years later, here I am working for a startup at the South By South West Tech & Music festival in Austin, TX. SXSW brings a huge chunk of the music and tech world together in one city every year in March, and most startups launch their products there every year. How did I get the gig?

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The Startup Lawyer

JANUARY 6, 2012

If you haven’t already received your Delaware franchise tax statement in the mail, then it’s probably on the way. You have to give credit to Delaware — they make paying your corporation’s franchise taxes “thrilling.” This total is computed based on your startup’s number of authorized shares.

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Gust

MARCH 22, 2024

Investors prefer investing in Delaware C Corps which don’t allow founders to take personal tax losses for early expenses. Most typical startups should avoid tinkering with their tax treatment; if it really seems important it is best to tap in a professional.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

Delaware is considered one of the best states for starting a business because of the low corporate tax rate. Even immigrants who are not located in Delaware can still start a business. Non-residents do not need a Delaware business address and can apply for an Employer Identification Number.

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The Startup Lawyer

MARCH 17, 2010

2) State of Incorporation: Delaware. (3) 2) Fees Paid to Pitch my Startup: $0. (3) Tags: Startup Issues Incorporation raising capital startup. Here’s what I’d do in the beginning: Incorporation. (1) 1) Entity Choice: Corporation or Corporation. (2) 3) Authorized Shares in Charter: 10,000,000 Shares. (4)

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The Startup Lawyer

MARCH 17, 2010

2) State of Incorporation: Delaware. (3) 2) Fees Paid to Pitch my Startup: $0. (3) Tags: Startup Issues Incorporation raising capital startup. Here’s what I’d do in the beginning: Incorporation. (1) 1) Entity Choice: Corporation or Corporation. (2) 3) Authorized Shares in Charter: 10,000,000 Shares. (4)

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Luckily, the world is a friendlier and more welcoming place for entrepreneurs now more than ever, so there is flexibility for your startup location. Launching a startup has never been easier in the U.S., During our research, we focused on the most important factors regarding a startup’s success. Why this range?

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Scott Edward Walker

NOVEMBER 2, 2011

I’ve been a corporate lawyer for 17+ years, and there are certain fundamental legal mistakes that I’ve seen startups repeatedly make. Accordingly, I thought it would be helpful to provide a simple checklist for startups , which includes links to prior posts for a more detailed discussion.

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Feld Thoughts

JUNE 2, 2017

They wanted to meet with us, and the agenda was open-ended around issues that startups and investors were interested in, especially ones we have been visibly talking about such as patents, immigration, and net neutrality. Hopefully, the Delaware courts will take a much less “troll-friendly” approach to things.

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David Teten

JANUARY 21, 2021

Jonathan Bragdon , CEO, describes Capacity as “a team of founders-turned-funders making non-dilutive, founder-aligned investments of $50-$300k in post-startup, post-revenue businesses planning to 2X revenues in 12-24 months. GCVF is pioneering the future of venture capital and high growth startups for all small communities.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Some business startups, like consultancy, only need to invest in business cards and a website, while retail stores may require extensive investing. As a new startup owner, you will be responsible for managing the risks associated with running your business. Writing your business plan will be your second business savvy decision.

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SiliconHills

OCTOBER 8, 2013

By SUSAN LAHEY Reporter with Silicon Hills News For most startups there are two ways to go in deciding what kind of business entity you should form: A limited liability company, or a Delaware Corporation, according to David Valenti, a partner with Reed & Scardino. appeared first on SiliconHills.

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Austin Startup

JUNE 14, 2017

Most top startup lawyers have clients in many different cities, and lawyers specializing in emerging tech/startup work usually only exist in denser tech ecosystems. Background Reading: Bad Advisors: The Problem with Localism Navigating Referrals in a Connected Startup Ecosystem How to avoid “Captive” company counsel Gatekeepers v.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

Rose, who literally wrote the book on Angel Investing, and is the long-time CEO of the Gust platform for bringing together investors and startups, just announced Gust Launch as a “Company as a Service” solution. Marty: How does Gust Launch relate to your existing Gust online platform to connect investors to growing startups?

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Gust

MARCH 10, 2025

For most startups, issuing between 60% and 80% of the total authorized shares of Common Stock is a good rule of thumb that balances founder ownership with flexibility to bring on additional contributors and minimizes Delaware franchise tax. The post Leave some room at the (cap) table, youre probably going to need it.

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The Startup Lawyer

JANUARY 6, 2021

Luckily, and unlike most states, Delaware has a free online system for checking legal entity name availability. The post How to Check Availability and Reserve Your Startup’s Name in Delaware appeared first on Startup Lawyer. That system can be found here.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Having received a Bachelor of Science degree from the Delaware Valley College of Science and Agriculture in 1999, John has continually expanded his expertise across various industries. John Gulius The post Profile of John Gulius, South Carolina-Based Turf Management Expert appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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Gust

DECEMBER 8, 2011

In Part I , I gave a quick summary of the who, when and why of forming and documenting a new startup company. This week we’ll delve into what , exactly, is necessary or desirable to lay a solid legal foundation for a startup to build upon. Pick a name for the new legal entity (e.g., Newco, Inc.”) Yes, it’s a mouthful.

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ReadWriteStart

JUNE 5, 2012

Virgin Islands,” five states - Delaware, Maine, New Jersey, New York, and Oregon - already have active SEA programs. To some startups an unemployment check may seem too small and trivial to make a difference. To some startups an unemployment check may seem too small and trivial to make a difference.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Startups in every industry have their work cut out for them. Still, the vast majority of startups fail. According to Forbes contributor Neil Patel, nine out of every 10 startups fail. Tackling these pain points to better position your startup to succeed can hinge on managed hosting. Why do startups need managed hosting?

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YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Making your startup succeed. For example, running a Delaware business search will identify business entities and help you form a regulatory-advantaged Delaware-based corporation. The most successful startups work innovative responses to copy cats into their plans. Your startup is a GO! Believe in your brand.

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Scott Edward Walker

MAY 30, 2013

The extent of these obligations varies from state to state; however, since most companies are incorporated in Delaware, we will focus on Delaware law. Under Delaware law, the duty of care requires a director to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person in a like position would exercise under similar circumstances.

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The Startup Lawyer

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Are you planning on getting venture funding or do you want to sell your tech startup for a big chunk of change one day? Then it’s extremely likely your startup should be a Delaware C-Corp. A disturbing trend has emerged in the last couple of years with “startup lawyers” recommending.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

for incorporation should provide you at least the key startup entity considerations you need to address in any business environment around the world. Isolate your new startup business from your personal accounts. Successful startups are all about being able to move to success before the market changes or new competitors appear.

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