11 episodes

Hosted by Fort Worth-based startup attorney Andrew Kussmaul, Liquidation Preference is the podcast that discusses everything founders need to know about startup law and venture capital over a beverage of their choice.

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Hosted by Fort Worth-based startup attorney Andrew Kussmaul, Liquidation Preference is the podcast that discusses everything founders need to know about startup law and venture capital over a beverage of their choice.

    Powerful Commanding Terms

    Powerful Commanding Terms

    Control provisions in a term sheet leave a powerful impression on your startup just like a Lambic imparts strong flavors on your pallet. In this episode we cover four control terms that all founders need to know before they raise their Series A. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 15 min
    Special Lucrative Terms

    Special Lucrative Terms

    There are many economic provisions in a term sheet. However, just like special release beers, some are more important than others. In this episode we cover three economic terms that all founders need to know before they raise their Series A. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 14 min
    The Series A Fall

    The Series A Fall

    With the changing of the seasons comes an inflated desire for the rich flavors of an Oktoberfest. This is no different than the increased anticipation most founders feel to get a term sheet for their Series A. However, there is more to this financing than just the deal, and every entrepreneur must view it from all angles. In this episode we discuss the facets of the Series A round that are often overlooked by many startups. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 20 min
    Accelerate

    Accelerate

    Accelerators can propel your startup to that next level just like a good coffee beer can give you the energy you need to finish out your day. While not necessary for every company, those that join the competent ones exit with the foundation needed for success. In this discussion we dive into what accelerators are, what they want, how to choose the right one, and some red flags to keep an eye out for. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 19 min
    Seed Round Haze

    Seed Round Haze

    For many, the seed round is hazy like a wheat beer. Should I sell preferred stock? Why shouldn’t I sell common stock? What does this process look like? What are these rights my investor wants? In this discussion we continue our conversation on the seed round by answering those questions. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 15 min
    Sweeter Than Mead

    Sweeter Than Mead

    Raising a Seed Round for your startup is sweeter than mead. But was does it entail? In this discussion we cover the basics for this round of investor financing, the more popular instruments used for this raise, and how founders can choose the right one. Grab a drink and enjoy. Cheers!

    • 18 min

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Kussmaul is the best in the DFW startup game

After knowing Andrew Kussmaul for a long time, I always knew I would use his firm when the time was right. He is an expert attorney in startup law that handles each client with utmost care. The podcast each week displays his competence and desire to give value to the rest of us dreaming to build something for ourselves.

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