Description
Book SynopsisPraise for Lifecycle of a Technology Company
Lifecycle of a Technology Company is a comprehensive business and legal handbook for all but the most experienced technology entrepreneurs. I shared my copy with a few colleagues at MIT who have either started or are contemplating launching their own companies, and I had a real problem retrieving it. The data supports my opinion that this book will attain ''handbook'' status on the desks of technology entrepreneurs.
-Dr. George B. Kenney, Associate Director Materials Processing & Microphotonics Centers at MIT
This book will help entrepreneurs avoid the pitfalls on the long road to success for venture-backed technology companies. It distills a lifetime of experience in advising technology companies in a concise and understandable way.
-Howard Berke, Serial Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist
Lifecycle of a Technology Company provides a valuable resource for lawyers at a variety of experience
Table of ContentsPreface ix
Acknowledgments xi
About the Web Site xiii
CHAPTER 1 Start-Up Phase 1
Founders’ Contractual Arrangements and Mechanics of the Incorporation Process 1
Choice of Entity 31
Stock Option Plans and Other Equity Compensation Arrangements 37
Employment Agreements 49
Appendices 55
CHAPTER 2 Financing the Venture 57
Venture Capital Financings 57
Basics of Debt Financing 90
Brief Introduction to the Structure and Operation of Venture Capital and Buyout Funds 98
Appendices 103
CHAPTER 3 Intellectual Property Protection 105
Basics of Intellectual Property Protection 105
License Agreements 121
Technology Licensing: Advanced Topics 140
Appendices 179
CHAPTER 4 Private Placements, Initial Public Offerings, and Public Company Regulation 181
Basics of Securities Regulation for Private
Companies 181
Initial Public Offerings 195
Public Company Regulation 206
Appendices 247
CHAPTER 5 Acquisitions 249
Mergers and Acquisitions: Structuring
Considerations 249
Overview of an Acquisition Agreement 260
Advanced Topics 270
Appendices 292
Index 293
