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2024-08-03T09:27:30.929Z

Startup Founders: Is Your Shareholder Agreement Protecting Your Vision? Let's talk about a critical component that often gets overlooked: the Voting Rights Clause. As a founder, you've poured your heart and soul into your startup. But have you considered how decision-making power might shift as you bring on investors? Here's why the Voting Rights Clause matters: 1. Control: It determines who has a say in major company decisions. 2. Protection: It can safeguard minority shareholders from being steamrolled. 3. Future-proofing: It sets the stage for smooth operations as your company grows. Key considerations for your Voting Rights Clause: - Voting thresholds for different types of decisions - Reserved matters requiring unanimous consent - Weighted voting rights for founders - Drag-along and tag-along provisions Founder's Checklist for Voting Rights Clause: 1. Define clear voting thresholds (e.g., simple majority, supermajority) 2. List specific actions requiring shareholder approval 3. Include protection for minority shareholders 4. Consider veto rights for certain decisions 5. Outline the process for resolving deadlocks 6. Implement sunset provisions for special voting rights 7. Ensure compliance with local corporate laws 8. Address potential conflicts of interest in voting Pro Tip: Consider implementing a sunset clause on special voting rights. This can make your startup more attractive to future investors while protecting your vision in the crucial early stages. ⚠️ Common Pitfall: Don't make your voting structure so rigid that it hampers quick decision-making in a fast-paced startup environment. Remember, a well-crafted Voting Rights Clause isn't about holding onto power – it's about creating a framework for balanced, efficient decision-making that propels your startup forward. Need help navigating this? Drop a comment or DM me. Let's ensure your shareholder agreement is setting you up for success!

Antazya S Jatrana

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👀 Blindly copying Silicon Valley-style accelerator models doesn’t work in the Indian entrepreneurial ecosystem. A homegrown approach relevant to India’s context is essential. This approach neither works for startups. 🙅

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Chaman Kanth

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Thanks I thought the same we need proficons not unicorns zerodha is best example

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