Rocket Fuel Ep #1: Avoiding Cap Table Pitfalls for Startups w/ Amit from Mantle

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Rocket Fuel Episode #1: Avoiding Cap Table Pitfalls for Startups

Dive into the essentials of cap tables with our first episode of Rocket Fuel on the Pitch Please podcast! Mike Thibodeau and Amit from Mantle break down the complexities and importance of cap tables for startup success.

In this episode, we cover:

• The basics of cap tables and why they're crucial for tracking ownership and equity distribution.

• Common pitfalls to avoid and the strategic decisions every founder needs to make.

• Insights on types of shares, vesting schedules, and considerations for giving equity to advisors and consultants.

•️ How Mantle can simplify cap table management with real-time organization and scenario modelling.

Understanding cap tables is essential for every startup founder. Mistakes can be costly and time-consuming, but with the right tools and knowledge, you can avoid these pitfalls and ensure your company’s success.

Tune in now to learn how to manage your cap table effectively and set your startup on the path to success!

More About Amit Jethani

At Mantle, Amit oversees Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, Finance, and Office Operations. Amit’s current focus is on our go-to-market for channel partners across North America and on scaling our customer operations as we navigate our next growth stage.

Previously, Amit served as the Director of the Core Services vertical at Autonomic, where he focused on developing a connected vehicle platform for Ford Motor Company. Before this, he was the Product Manager for the Inventory Team, creating highly scalable and efficient APIs that that facilitated seamless onboarding of connectivity devices and vehicles. Autonomic was acquired by Ford Motor Company in 2018.

Prior to his tenure at Autonomic, Amit was a Product Manager for the mobile team at Top Hat, overseeing both professor and student experiences. He also held the position of Product Manager at Pivotal Labs, where he worked with large corporate clients in the retail loyalty programs, banking, and automotive sectors. Earlier in his career, Amit was the Director of Product at Ruby Life (formerly Avid Life Media), leading the development of all web properties for both desktop and mobile platforms.

About Mantle

Mantle is created by a team of serial entrepreneurs who have worked together for over a decade across various startups and prolific exits. We are taking a fresh look at equity ownership since we have personally felt the pain of managing equity at various stages of growth. We are building Mantle because we want to empower founders, operators, or lawyers who manage high growth companies to make better decisions.

Want to Learn More About Cap Table Management?

Amit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajethani/

Mantle: https://www.linkedin.com/company/withmantle/

Website: https://withmantle.com/

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