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Saaket Pradhan
June 8, 2017
Form A Company

Key Considerations Other Than Cash in Selecting Investors for Your Startup

Saaket Pradhan
June 8, 2017
Form A Company

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss some key considerations, other than cash, in selecting investors for your startup.

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Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment
Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment
Key Considerations for Adopting Ephemeral Communications Tools
Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment
Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment

The combination of emerging technologies, information security risks and electronic discovery obligations continues to give rise to questions regarding best practices for adoption of modern ephemeral communication tools in lieu of more traditional forms of communication, particularly in the context of probable or pending litigation. Many businesses now employ various instant messaging systems, and employees routinely send work-related text messages and interact over collaboration applications--some of which enable automatic, or time of life, expiration and deletion of information (referred to as “ephemeral” communication).

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Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment
Aug 2, 2017 Protect Your Data Personal Data, Liability, Mobile Apps, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan Comment
Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan
Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan
Opportunity Foreclosed: The International Entrepreneur Parole Rule May Die Before it Gets Out of the Gate
Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan
Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan

The U.S. and worldwide entrepreneur community had been looking forward to July 17th with great anticipation.  This was supposed to be the effective date of the new International Entrepreneur Parole immigration regulation.  This refreshing and innovative immigration option for foreign entrepreneurs would solve an enormous problem in the U.S. immigration system: the non-existence of a visa for start-ups founded by or being driven by talented foreign nationals.  Yet on July 11, 2017 the Department of Homeland Security published a notice in the Federal Register seeking comments on its desire to rescind the rule.

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Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan
Jul 17, 2017 Build Your Team Immigration, Susan Cohen, Featured Article Saaket Pradhan
Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua
7 Step Process for Creating a Fundtable Startup
Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua

In this discussion between Patrick Henry, CEO of QuestFusion, and Jeremy Glaser, partner and co-head of the Emerging Company and Venture Capital practice at Mintz Levin, we discuss the seven step process of creating a fundable startup found in Mr. Henry's book, PLAN COMMIT WIN: 90 Days to Creating a Fundable Startup.

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Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Form A Company Jeremy Glaser, Video Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua
Insurtech: Adapting to a New Way of Looking at Insurance
Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua

Fabric, BenRevo and many other life- and healthrelated insurtech startups are entering the insurance marketplace. I often have the pleasure of discussing ideas and proposed apps or platforms, and I can’t help but be impressed by their creativity and innovation. Their focus is on the consumer, and their aim is to make access to a suite of insurance products easier, faster and more customized to each customer.

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Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua
Jul 5, 2017 Technology Insurtech, Technology, Health, Heidi Lawson Reeva Dua
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Provide Transparency and Under-Commit/Over-Deliver with Your Board
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the importance of managing expectations on a board of directors. In addition to no surprises, provide transparency to your board. Under-commit and over-deliver.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Managing Expectations on a Board of Directors
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the importance of managing expectations on a board of directors. A key point is no surprises. Discuss key positives and negatives with board members prior to the board meeting. Use your lead director or board chairman to help you.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Leadership Responsibility of the CEO on the Board of Directors
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the key role that the CEO must play on the board of directors to improve decision making and show leadership.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Building Great Companies is a “Team Sport”
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the importance of building a strong team of mentors, advisors, and employees to accomplish key goals for your startup. Management matters in the success or failure of a startup. It isn't just about the idea.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Board Composition and the Fear of Losing Control of Your Company
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the fear that some founders have about losing control of their companies to outside investors and the importance of board composition, transparency, and performance.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
The Importance of Team Dynamics on a Board of Directors
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan

Jeremy Glaser and Patrick Henry discuss the importance of team dynamics on a board of directors. You must engage board members to get the benefits.

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Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
Jun 8, 2017 Build Your Team Jeremy Glaser, Video Saaket Pradhan
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    • Jul 17, 2017 Opportunity Foreclosed: The International Entrepreneur Parole Rule May Die Before it Gets Out of the Gate Jul 17, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Provide Transparency and Under-Commit/Over-Deliver with Your Board Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Managing Expectations on a Board of Directors Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Leadership Responsibility of the CEO on the Board of Directors Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Building Great Companies is a “Team Sport” Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Board Composition and the Fear of Losing Control of Your Company Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 The Importance of Team Dynamics on a Board of Directors Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Treat Board Seats as Very Valuable Assets Jun 8, 2017
    • Jun 7, 2017 The Gig Economy, Independent Contractors, and New York Law Jun 7, 2017
    • Feb 28, 2017 Building a Startup Team - "Smartest Person in the Room" Syndrome Feb 28, 2017
    • Jan 30, 2017 The Importance of Employment Agreements Jan 30, 2017
    • Feb 24, 2016 Immigration Considerations for a Start-Up Company Feb 24, 2016
    • Feb 17, 2016 H-1B Checklist for Start-Up Company Feb 17, 2016
    • Feb 15, 2016 A Balanced Approach to Founder's Equity Feb 15, 2016
    • Feb 1, 2016 Why You Should be Using a Board of Advisors and How to Get the Most Benefit From It Feb 1, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 The Transformation of the VC Business Model Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 1, 2016 Starting a startup as CTO / Head of Product Jan 1, 2016
    • Dec 31, 2015 What Help Does a Company Need to Ensure its Best Chance of Success? Dec 31, 2015
  • Exits 3
    • Feb 14, 2016 What You Need to Get Done Now If You Want to Sell Your Company Feb 14, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 Don’t Make These Ten Mistakes When Selling Your Business Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 6, 2016 Preparing to Sell a Privately-Held Business Jan 6, 2016
  • Form A Company 6
    • Jul 5, 2017 7 Step Process for Creating a Fundtable Startup Jul 5, 2017
    • Jun 8, 2017 Key Considerations Other Than Cash in Selecting Investors for Your Startup Jun 8, 2017
    • Feb 28, 2017 Term Sheets For Startups - Why Term Sheets Change Everything Feb 28, 2017
    • Apr 1, 2016 Available Corporate Structures for Your Startup Apr 1, 2016
    • Feb 15, 2016 A Balanced Approach to Founder's Equity Feb 15, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 Your Executive Summary is the Key to Attracting the Attention of Investors Jan 7, 2016
  • Protect Your Data 8
    • Aug 2, 2017 Key Considerations for Adopting Ephemeral Communications Tools Aug 2, 2017
    • Jan 27, 2016 A Few Words About Website Terms of Use Jan 27, 2016
    • Jan 27, 2016 Preparing an Online Privacy Policy Jan 27, 2016
    • Jan 27, 2016 A Checklist for Protecting Personal Information Jan 27, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 What App Users Care About When Sharing Personal Data: Permissions Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 The (Best) Method to the Madness Behind Choosing a Company Name or Mark Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 Software Audits: Strategies for Licensees Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 FTC Takes Action Against Retail Tracking Start-Up Nomi Technologies Jan 7, 2016
  • Protect Your Idea 13
    • Mar 1, 2017 Software Is Still Patent Eligible Mar 1, 2017
    • May 24, 2016 Protecting Intellectual Property in Your Startup with Patents and Trade Secrets May 24, 2016
    • Mar 30, 2016 Non-Disclosure Agreements: What You Need To Know Mar 30, 2016
    • Mar 23, 2016 Patents 101: Protecting Innovations Mar 23, 2016
    • Mar 23, 2016 What is Intellectual Property, and Why is it Important? Mar 23, 2016
    • Mar 23, 2016 Preparing Your Portfolio For Prime Time: IP Due Diligence Mar 23, 2016
    • Mar 21, 2016 9 Reasons Your Start-Up Needs Patents Mar 21, 2016
    • Feb 15, 2016 Top Ten Reasons Why U.S. Trademark Searches are Important to Every Business Feb 15, 2016
    • Feb 8, 2016 Do You Really Own Your Employee's Knowledge? Feb 8, 2016
    • Jan 18, 2016 Trademarks and Surnames: Why Can’t I Use My Own Name? Jan 18, 2016
    • Jan 12, 2016 The Top 5 Reasons an Employer Will Enforce Your Non-Compete Agreement Jan 12, 2016
    • Jan 8, 2016 When Can You Claim A Color As Your Trademark? Jan 8, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 FTC Takes Action Against Retail Tracking Start-Up Nomi Technologies Jan 7, 2016
  • Raise Capital 19
    • Mar 1, 2017 Convertible Notes for Startups Mar 1, 2017
    • Feb 21, 2017 How to Raise Money Feb 21, 2017
    • Jan 23, 2017 Various Ways to Raise Capital Jan 23, 2017
    • Dec 27, 2016 Regulation Crowdfunding: A Six-Month Update Dec 27, 2016
    • Dec 27, 2016 Revised Rule 504: Another Tool in the Toolkit to Raise Capital Dec 27, 2016
    • Feb 22, 2016 No Action Letter On Behalf Of Citizen VC Feb 22, 2016
    • Feb 15, 2016 Seniority Matters Feb 15, 2016
    • Jan 23, 2016 What is Venture Capital? Jan 23, 2016
    • Jan 15, 2016 What is a Term Sheet? Jan 15, 2016
    • Jan 14, 2016 Negotiating Your Company's Valuation Jan 14, 2016
    • Jan 14, 2016 Impact Investing: Doing Well by Doing Good Jan 14, 2016
    • Jan 14, 2016 What Makes a Good Business Plan? Jan 14, 2016
    • Jan 12, 2016 IRS Tax Section 1202: Excluding Your Gains on Small Business Investments Jan 12, 2016
    • Jan 8, 2016 The New Section 4(a)(7): More Than a Codification of Section “4(a)(1½)” Jan 8, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 Why Does a Company Issue Stock Options? Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 What Are the Typical Exit Strategies for a Start-Up? Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 The Shift to Angel Investors Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 7, 2016 Benefits of a Regulation A+ Offering Jan 7, 2016
    • Jan 1, 2016 Peeling the Onion, or How Top Investors Value the Startups They Invest In Jan 1, 2016
  • Technology 1
    • Jul 5, 2017 Insurtech: Adapting to a New Way of Looking at Insurance Jul 5, 2017
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