Founder Education

If you’re a founder, early employee, or investor in a startup, understanding Section 1202 is the difference between a life-changing exit and a massive…

When Canada’s leading online will platform, Willful, grew rapidly, founder Erin Bury realized her trusty Excel spreadsheets just weren’t cutting it. Tracking equity across…

Raising capital is exciting, but it comes with a big question for founders: “How much equity am I really giving up?” Guessing can be…

Preparing for a 409A valuation can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. This step-by-step guide breaks down exactly what you need —…

Thinking about issuing stock options? Understanding how much a 409A valuation costs—and what drives that cost—is critical for staying compliant and protecting your team.…

Understanding the difference between a 409A valuation and fair market value is critical for any startup issuing stock options. While the terms are often…

Google’s recent move to recalibrate its performance-based compensation system made headlines and spurred a discussion on social media — and for good reason. By allowing more…

In Mantle’s latest guide, we break down everything founders and their teams need to know when it comes to streamlining cap table due diligence,…

For early-stage startups seeking initial funding, a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) has become a popular and efficient financial contract. Pioneered by the…

TL;DR For Founders in a Hurry If you’re a startup founder, you likely know that granting stock options is a powerful tool for attracting…