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"Let’s sign the term sheet, conduct due diligence, and make a capital call." 😲 Once you start speaking with investors, a flood of unfamiliar terms comes your way. But don’t worry – we’re here to help! We’re launching a new series on investment terminology, and our first term is: Term sheet – a crucial document outlining the key terms of a deal, including your business valuation, main deal conditions, and investor rights. The term sheet is signed before drafting legal agreements. When an investor signs a term sheet with a company, they’re showing serious intent to invest. Which term should we explain next? Share your suggestions in the comments, and stay tuned for more! #ZubrCapital #investmentvocabulary #startup101

Effective financial management practices are a major green flag for any business, especially those aiming to secure venture capital. It not only accelerates business growth but also aids in the due diligence process. #Swipe to discover four common money mistakes and learn how founders can implement sound financial management practices instead! Want to learn more about preparing for due diligence as a founder? Watch the full masterclass here: https://lnkd.in/dNh3mhEr.

I was asked recently about the switch from VC to PE backed businesses. There are lots of nuances, but at a high level ask yourself, what did you build, how quickly, and with what resources ? Did you achieve profitability with revenue growth? In a PE environment capital efficiency is key, there won’t be “the next” funding round. Can you create value in a resource constrained environment ? #venturecapital #privateequity #executivesearch

The new Venture Capital 2024 guide covers 20 jurisdictions. The guide provides the latest legal information on trends in the VC market; fund structures, economics and regulation; investments in VC companies, including due diligence, documentation, investor safeguards and corporate governance; government subsidies and tax; employee incentivisation; and exits. We thank the editor for his contributions: Carsten Berrar - Sullivan & Cromwell LLP Read the guide here: https://lnkd.in/eZ5psbFy

⭐ Exit Strategy Considerations in Private Equity and Venture Capital The landscape of private equity and venture capital is constantly evolving, shaped by economic trends and global dynamics. This transformation demands a strategic approach to exit strategies: 🕹 Legal Foundations: Essential clauses in Limited Partnership Agreements, like distribution waterfalls and clawback provisions, lay the groundwork for exit strategies. Regulatory compliance across jurisdictions further dictates the viable exit options, influencing decisions in major markets like the US, EU, and Asia. 🕹 Commercial Implications: The selection of exit strategies, be it trade sales or IPOs, hinges on market valuations and sector-specific trends. Financial advisors play a pivotal role in structuring these exits to optimize returns, illustrated by various case studies of successful exits. 🕹 Risk Management: Comprehensive risk assessments encompass market, legal, and operational risks. Crafting agreements with protective measures for LPs, including warranties and indemnities, is crucial. 🕹 Best Practices for LPs: Proactive portfolio management and engaging legal counsel for negotiating exit terms are best practices that ensure the safeguarding of LP interests. #funds #exitstrategy #investments #limitedpartners

Bonaccord Capital Partners has made a minority investment in Lead Edge Capital Read more about it here: https://lnkd.in/dXhTfKuj #privateequity #alternativeinvestments #assetmanagement #venturecapital #gpstakes

Planning on RAISING CAPITAL for your start-up business, innovation, expansion, or planning an ASX Initial Public Offering (IPO)? Do you need help to get Investor-Ready, guidance on how-best to approach the investor market, valuable pointers about which segments, or investor audiences to approach, and the optimal process to follow. CLICK on the picture.

Where venture capital investors hold a preferred class of shares they generally require the right to convert them at any time to ordinary shares, at an initial conversion ratio of 1:1. Conversion is normally delayed until exit so that investors are able to avoid losing the rights attached to the preferred class of shares. The conversion ratio will be adjusted to take account of any reorganisation of a company's capital structure. The conversion ratio can also be adjusted to provide anti-dilution protection. #Finance #VentureCapital #ConversionRights

Join our webinar next week on Fund Accounting for Private Equity and Venture Capital firms.   Our experts, Will Roxburgh, Gauri Shanbhag, ACMA, CGMA, and Vasilii Borodin will cover the critical aspects of fund accounting, including differences across jurisdictions, and key documents essential for fund accounting.   Don't miss out, register now: https://lnkd.in/dp_fRKga #FundAccounting #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital

Every business owner who wants to expand their venture will require additional capital. AVANTE PARTNERS may advise you on securing new investors. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/eJUqNA3g. #CAPITALINVESTMENT #BUSINESSAUSTRALIA #GROWYOURBUSINESSAUSTRALIA