In the latest episode of the Fund/Build/Scale podcast, EquityZen Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Phil Haslett, sits down with host Walter Thompson to explore the ins and outs of the secondary market.
If you’re a startup employee with vested stock options and seeking liquidity, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover:
- How the secondary market functions
- The risks and rewards of selling equity
- How aspiring founders can utilize the secondary market to bootstrap their startups
Whether you're looking to unlock the value of your stock options or interested in learning more about how the secondary market can help fuel a growing business, this conversation has something for you. Check out the full episode “What Your CEO Won’t Tell You About Stock Options” on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
The information discussed on the podcast is intended for reference only and does not constitute a recommendation or personal financial advice. Not all pre-IPO companies will go public or be acquired, and not all IPOs or acquisitions are or will become successful investments. There are inherent risks in pre-IPO investments, including the risk of loss of the entire investment, illiquidity, and fluctuations in value and returns. Investors must be able to afford the loss of their entire investment.