Understanding Board Responsibilities and Governance

Having an effective board is having an ongoing discussion with involved people that share incentives but are not fully immersed in the day-to-day operations. Applying this playbook will transform your approach from merely participating in board meetings to actively steering the company toward its long-term goals.

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The ESOP Playbook

There are many ways to approach creating an ESOP, as well as different things to consider and traps to avoid. To help you navigate through it, we tapped into the expertise of Stoil Vassilev, Venture Partner at Eleven Ventures, and Vice President of Corporate Development at SumUp.

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Fundraising in a down market: Our advice to early-stage founders

The investment landscape for startups has undergone a seismic shift post-2021. For early-stage founders, understanding and adapting to these changes is not just a matter of choice, but a necessity for survival and growth. In this article, we delve into the key insights shared by our Partner, Daniel Tomov, aimed at helping you successfully navigate the challenging terrain of fundraising in a down market.

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Introducing Eleven Platform: the Swiss Army Knife for our founders

Entrepreneurship shouldn’t be a solitary endeavor. It takes a village to raise a child, and it also takes a village for aspiring founders to accomplish their ambitious goals. That’s why we are thrilled to unveil Eleven Platform, the epiphany of our commitment to providing structured, scalable support to our founders and becoming their trusted partner throughout their entrepreneurial journey.

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Building your investor data room 101

When it comes to approaching investors, many entrepreneurs make a common mistake. They start the process before having all the necessary resources in place, leading to delays, bottlenecks, and a loss of momentum. To avoid these pitfalls, learn which are the essential items every founder needs in their data room and how to make a lasting impression on potential investors.

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