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We have previously written regarding founders’ choice of entity decisions as well as a number of tips for entrepreneurs to keep in mind as their businesses begin to operate and grow. But for those founders who have eyes on...more
The Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) status under Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code provides a significant tax advantage for small business owners (i.e., Founders) and investors. It allows for a 100% capital gain...more
On October 8, 2023, in an effort to improve the diversity of venture capital investment in the state, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill No. 54 (SB 54) into law. SB 54 requires venture capital companies (VCC)...more
Last week, I reported that Governor Newsom had signed SB 54 (Skinner) even while acknowledging in his signing message that it contained "problematic provisions". SB 54 requires "venture capital companies", as defined, to...more
The bill requires certain venture capital companies to report demographic information about the founding team members of businesses in which they invested in the prior year. A “covered entity” must gather certain...more
In April, I reported on SB 54 (Skinner), a bill that would have required institutional Investors, securities and real estate brokers, and others to report on the diversity status of "founding teams". At the time, I...more
Building on the success of our inaugural conference, McDermott’s Digital Health Forum is back! Join senior leaders transforming digital health for ample networking opportunities and robust panel discussions on the business,...more
Robbie Hardy spent decades climbing the corporate ladder and being the only woman in the room. When she decided it was time to go out on her own, she sought the legal and business advice of Fred Hutchison, founder of...more
Founder’s stock refers to the equity granted, typically in the form of common stock, to founders of a company for their preformation efforts in building the company. This common stock is sold to founders at a nominal value at...more