Each quarter, Venture Mechanics offers a rotating series of Founder Workshops on specific topics that every startup team needs to master. These are typically 2.5-3 hour evening sessions given by the best of our mentors. While the workshops are intended to be taken sequentially they can be taken out of order.

​Companies in the Venture Mechanics Catapult Accelerator are entitled to an unlimited free buffet of these workshops during their term. The workshops are also open to startups that aren't in the Catapult, at the regular tuition price.

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"Cap Table Modeling for Startups and Term Sheet Determination"

​Workshop Description:

​Navigating the complexities of equity distribution is crucial for any startup aiming for sustainable growth and investment success. This intensive workshop on Cap Table Modeling for Startups offers a deep dive into the principles and practical applications of managing your startup’s capitalization table. Understanding how to model and maintain a cap table is vital for founders to ensure fair equity distribution, attract investors, and make informed strategic decisions.

​Join us to learn from seasoned venture capitalists and financial experts who will guide you through the intricacies of cap table dynamics, investor relations, and equity management. This workshop combines interactive lectures, real-world case studies, and hands-on modeling exercises to ensure participants gain comprehensive and actionable insights.

​Course Objectives:

Understand the fundamentals of cap tables and their importance in startup finance.

• ​Learn how to create and manage a cap table that reflects your startup’s equity structure accurately.
• ​Explore the impact of different funding rounds on your cap table.
• ​Gain insights into dilution, stock options, and convertible notes.
• ​Develop strategies to maintain a balanced cap table while negotiating with investors.
• ​Utilize cap table modeling tools and software effectively.
  
  Target Audience:
  - Aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders.
  - Business students interested in startup marketing and customer discovery.

​Instructors:

​Bill Dillmeier, Fractional CFO | SaaS Finance Leader

​Brooks Lindsay, Founder and Principal Attorney Light Legal LLC.

​Details:

​The course begins promptly at 6:00pm, but feel free to arrive up to 30 minutes early to network with the instructors and other attendees. IRL attendees are welcome to bring their own dinners. Light snacks and beverages will be available. Free and convenient parking is always available at Venture Mechanics.

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​Each quarter, Venture Mechanics offers a rotating series of Founder Workshops on specific topics that every startup team needs to master. These are typically 2.5-3 hour evening sessions given by the best of our mentors. While the workshops are intended to be taken sequentially they can be taken out of order.

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​Companies in the Venture Mechanics Catapult Accelerator are entitled to an unlimited free buffet of these workshops during their term. The workshops are also open to startups that aren't in the Catapult, at the regular tuition price.

​More About This Workshop:

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​"Pitch Clinic for Startup Fundraising"

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​Learn to build pitch decks that keep investors engaged. With investors, first impressions are important. When you show investors your pitch, whether by email or live, you need to be clear, concise and compelling. This pitch workshop at Venture Mechanics Incubator/Accelerator will provide you with the necessary tools to create a winning pitch deck.

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​Learn how to:

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• ​Think like an investor
• ​Prepare a pitch that is sharp, to the point and powerful
• ​Save time in developing the narrative and the deck
• ​Avoid ‘Powerpoint Poisoning’

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​Don't miss out on this chance to elevate your pitching skills! Discover how to craft a compelling story that captivates investors. Find out why having more than one deck is crucial and what elements to include in a teaser deck.

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​Join us for an evening workshop with Q&A, practice sessions, and dinner included. You don’t need a pitch deck ready to benefit - this workshop will kickstart your progress.

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​Bonus:

• ​Dana will provide feedback on each participant's deck after you've had time to create it.

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​About Dana Sather Robinson

Dana is an angel investor, pitch trainer and creator of the Pitch 4 Impact Framework. As a professional presentation skills trainer, she understands how to help clients communicate with impact, clarity and authenticity. Dana is an active member of E8 Angels, an innovative cleantech angel investing group. The Pitch4Impact program was created from two perspectives, as an investor and as a trainer of presentation skills. Dana emphasizes how to make the most of your own natural style to be memorable and authentic.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-sather-robinson/

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​Details:

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​The course begins promptly at 6:00pm, but feel free to arrive up to 30 minutes early to network with the instructors and other attendees. Attendees are welcome to bring their own dinners. Light snacks and beverages will be available. Free and convenient parking is always available at Venture Mechanics.

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​Due to the interactive nature of this particular workshop virtual attendance is not available.

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