This Blog
An on the ground view from Silicon Valley from an entrepreneur, attorney, former tech executive & diversity advocate with 20+ years of experience working with entrepreneurs from all over the world. Sharing answers to common founder questions, empowering you with information, resources, and insights on tech & entrepreneurial trends.
Doctorate degree in Law from Stanford; Bachelor’s degree in Economics & Political Science from Berkeley
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Topics Covered
startup business issues
Where should I set up my company?
What is minimum viable product?
How do I know if I have product-market fit?
What business model should I use?
What should be included in my business plan?
legal issues
What type of legal entity should I set up for my startup?
What state should I incorporate in?
What are the steps involved?
Do we need a Founders Agreement?
IMMIGRATION issues
What type of legal entity should I set up for my startup?
What state should I incorporate in?
What are the steps involved?
Do we need a Founders Agreement?
PITCHING YOUR COMPANY
How do I pitch to investors?
silicon valley
What is Silicon Valley’s “Secret Sauce”?
Silicon Valley as a Global Springboard?
Do I need to be in Silicon Valley?
capital
What are the different types of investments?
How do I find investors?
What’s a SAFE agreement?
sales & market
What type of sales structure should I establish?
How do I scale my sales?
How do I find & work with partners if I want to do channel sales?
What’s the best way to do direct sales?
NETWORKING issues
How is networking different in Silicon Valley?
I don’t have time for events and lots of meetings…how do I network more effectively?
diversity & inclusion ISSUES
How is networking different in Silicon Valley?
I don’t have time for events and lots of meetings…how do I network more effectively?
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How is networking different in Silicon Valley?
I don’t have time for events and lots of meetings…how do I network more effectively?
