| Sumario: | As each new generation of entrepreneurs emerges, there is renewed interest in how venture capital deals come together. However, there really is no definitive guide to venture capital deals. No one understands this better than authors Brad Feld and Jason Mendelson. For over seventeen years they have been involved in hundreds of venture capital financings, and now with Venture Deals they share their experiences in this field with you. Inspired by a series of blog posts - created by the authors after a particularly challenging deal - this trusted resource demystifies the venture capital financing process and helps you gain a practical perspective on this dynamic discipline. Whether you're an experienced or aspiring entrepreneur, venture capitalist, or attorney involved in these particular types of deals, you can benefit from the insights found throughout this book. Engaging and informative, Venture Deals deftly outlines the essential elements of the venture capital term sheet, from terms related to economics to terms related to control. Feld and Mendelson strive to give a balanced view of particular terms along with strategies for reaching a fair settlement. In addition to examining the nuts and bolts of the term sheet, Venture Deals also introduces you to the various participants in the process, discusses how fundraising works, reveals how venture capital firms operate, and describes how to apply different venture capital tactics. negotiation to their agreements. You'll also get valuable insight into several common legal issues most startups face, and as a bonus, find out what a typical letter of intent to acquire your company looks like.
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