Core Insights - The article discusses the challenges faced by a founder of an AI medical company regarding equity dilution and control after securing a Pre-A round investment [2][3] - It highlights the importance of a well-structured equity plan to maintain decision-making power while attracting investment [3][4] Group 1: Investment Challenges - The founder, referred to as Chen, is concerned about losing control of the company due to a proposed 20% equity stake for investors, which would dilute his ownership from 45% to 36% [2] - Chen realizes that the current equity structure does not account for "control rights," which could lead to a loss of decision-making power if partners side with investors [3] Group 2: Legal and Strategic Solutions - Lawyer Duan provides a dual perspective solution, suggesting the introduction of "dual-class shares" to separate economic rights from voting rights, allowing Chen to retain 51% voting power despite a reduced economic stake [3][4] - The proposed structure allows Chen to maintain control over major decisions, ensuring that he can still influence the company's direction even with diluted ownership [4] Group 3: Successful Outcome - The revised equity structure received approval from all stakeholders, leading to a successful Pre-A round financing that increased the company's valuation from 50 million to 120 million [4] - By mid-2024, the company is set to initiate a B round of financing, with a valuation doubling to 250 million, showcasing the effectiveness of the new equity structure [4]
融资前差点丢了公司!多亏这位法律军师的 “股权救命课”
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-23 14:54