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The Hidden Power of the Cap Table! I have seen many entreprenueurs struggling with their cap table just before the funding round and at that point, its not easy to cleanup the mess! Cap Table is the DNA of your startup’s ownership and if you’re not

This founder promised equity over WhatsApp. 14 times. Real story. Founder had traction, early product, even investor interest. But no one would commit. Why? Because 14 people were promised equity... with zero documentation. No SHA, no vesting, no c

16 VC Terms I’m Learning to Become Sniper . Not a VC (yet), but I’m obsessed with how they think. TAM – Size of the $$ opportunity CAC – Cost to get a user LTV – Money a user brings over time Runway – Months till cash runs out Burn Rate – Monthly

Below attached is, Famous Founders and their Ownership during their respective IPOs v/s VC Ownerships: Investors have standards in mind when it comes to what your cap table should look like. The founders should collectively own more than 50% of the

💊 Who Really Owns Emcure Pharma? 🏢 Here’s a quick breakdown of Emcure Pharma’s ownership structure—insightful, right? Let’s dive in: 1️⃣ Satish Mehta: Leading the pack with a massive 41.9% stake! Truly the captain steering Emcure’s ship. 2️⃣ Bai

SAFEs in India: What Founders get Wrong The basics: You raise money now, equity comes later - typically at your next priced round. ✅ Simple. ⚠️ But not always compliant in India. Here’s what most founders miss: a. US-style SAFEs aren’t enforceable

How Much Equity Should Founders Keep Post Pre-Seed? Most founders don’t realise how quickly they lose control over 2-3 rounds. If you’re at the pre-seed stage in India, here’s the equity range I recommend: a. Founders (combined): ~80-85% b. ESOP p

Fintech firm BharatPe has reached a settlement with its former co-founder Ashneer Grover, ending years of acrimonious legal battles and public disputes between the two parties. As part of the agreement, Grover will no longer be associated with Bhara

Quick Tips to Speed Up Fundraising 🔥 Before you start fundraising, organize your key data in a data room with two sections: initial and due diligence. Here’s what to include: 1. Pitch Deck & Cap Table 2. 12-24 Months of MIS 3. Future Financia

Excess Edge Experts Consulting highlights common pitfalls early-stage ventures face when seeking investment. Many founders delay addressing key issues, hoping to resolve them post-funding—often to their detriment. We frequently see: • Vague Vision: