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The Co-Founder Files: How to set up a co-founder partnership

65% of startups fail due to co-founder conflict, according to the Harvard Business Review.

Join Co-Founder Coach Nicki, and Amber from Vestd for a live session on building successful co-founder partnerships. You'll learn about partnership dynamics, co-founder ‘prenups,’ and how to hold your team accountable.

This session is part of a three-part series, offering essential insights, and resources for co-founders at various startup stages, including key questions to ask and setting up a co-founder ‘prenup’.

Date: Tuesday 11 June 2024

Time: 1 PM - 1:45 PM BST

Next in the series:

The Co-Founder Files: How to build out your team - 18 June
The Co-Founder Files: How to set up for success with investors - 24 June

Pick the right partner

We'll explore how to figure out if your potential co-founder is the right fit for your business.

Ask the right questions

We'll talk about the questions you need to ask each other before you commit as co-founders.

Prepare for success

We'll talk about the importance of setting up co-founder ‘prenups’ and how to set those agreements.

Amber Nasir

Amber Nasir is a Startup Associate at Vestd. She helps early-stage businesses prepare for fundraising, and integrate equity into their strategy.

Nicki Coe

Nicki Coe is a coach for co-founders. An expert on the most critical asset in a business - the co-founder partnership. She unites business partners by building an aligned vision and a clear plan for growth.

We're here to help!

Agile Partnerships™ help you avoid equity pitfalls. Set up co-founder prenups and conditional vesting schedules that have defined goals that determine equity release. They are cost-effective, clear, and protect you and the business from failed promises.
We have you covered every step of the way.

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