Secure Funding

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Convertible Notes

Convertible notes are ideal for a small amount of money and short period of time.


Instructor
Jenny Lefcourt

Investor, Entrepreneur, Board Member

Lessons Learned

Convertible notes are being abused when used for $2-3m rounds lasting 18+ months.

Entrepreneurs and investors view convertible notes differently.

Seed stage investors view convertible note cap to be the company value.

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