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Female Founder Workshop: How do You Structure Effectively for Raising Pre-seed and Seed Capital?

Webinar | 12.08.23, 1:00 PM EST

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Google Meet (Virtual)

Please join Crowell attorneys Alexa La Barbiera and Justin Lurie for an informative workshop discussing how to effectively structure your business for raising pre-seed capital, hosted by Female Founder House. The workshop will cover topics such as:
  • What is a convertible security, and how do they compare, e.g. a convertible note versus a SAFE?
  • What are the typical terms when raising pre-seed money, and what expectations are reasonable?
  • Raising Pre-Seed/Seed Money on Convertible Securities (e.g. Convertible Notes, SAFEs, etc.) and its impact on company ownership
  • Explaining Company “Valuations” as it pertains to Convertible Securities (and clarifying certain misconceptions)
  • Understanding your own Cap Table (and the importance of keeping this in order)
For more information, visit the event webpage, or reach out the Alexa (alabarbiera@crowell.com) and Justin (jlurie@crowell.com).

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