Venture Capital Term Sheet Basics

Venture capital is a critical element in providing the capital that powers the innovation economy. Over the years, venture capitalists have developed their own idiosyncratic mechanisms for structuring these investments. Glen Caplan's session at the UNC Festival of Legal Learning covered the structure of venture capital financings by walking attendees through a sample term sheet and providing practical examples of how the terms contained in such term sheet impact a growing company. He also highlighted current trends in venture capital terms.