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TechCrunch: What is a 409-A?

EquityZen's Phil Haslett shares why tech companies might want a lower valuation and what this means for startup...

Why Do Employees Need Pre-IPO Liquidity?

As companies are staying private longer than ever1, the need for pre-IPO liquidity has become increasingly important...

Barron's: Dot-Com Crash Redux? How Advisors Can Prepare Now

Advisors can provide clear advice to clients who are experiencing market-related tech-industry pain. Phil Haslett...

The Economist: After a fat year, tech startups are bracing for lean times

After a stunning run during the pandemic, which put a premium on all things digital, tech stocks have hit a rough...

Guide to Understanding RSUs for Start-up Employees

In the past decade (really, since Facebook), it's become increasingly popular for private tech companies to issue...

TechCrunch: EquityZen's Phil Haslett On How Startup Valuations Can Regain Their Moxie

Later-stage startup market dynamics may shift favorably. Phil Haslett, EquityZen's co-founder and chief revenue...

What is a 409A Valuation?

Founders, management and employees should familiarize themselves with 409A valuations early in a company’s life....

Bloomberg: Phil Haslett on Bloomberg Quicktake- SPACs vs IPOs

What do companies think about SPACs vs. traditional IPOs? Catch EquityZen's Phil Haslett on Bloomberg sharing his...