Lately, we’ve heard tales from our beloved Dr. Doom, a Chief Restructuring Officer who can help turnaround, or wind-down a startup depending on the circumstances. Here are 5 key takeaways from some of his lessons to avoid bankruptcy court: 1. Get Ahead of It: The Six-Month Runway Rule In the high-stakes game of startup survival,...
In our first post, Strategic Buyer: Beware, our startup founder, Margaux, realized a strategic investor initially showing enthusiasm to invest in her startup used a string along tactic to buy her startup for pennies on the dollar. What are some steps Margaux could have taken to avoid a tragic outcome? Tips for Avoiding a Strategic...
Unlike traditional Venture Capitalists, whose primary interest is to see a return on their investment, strategic investors often have ulterior business motives. They might be interested in the start-up’s technology, customer base, team, or blocking competition. It’s crucial to discern why they’re interested in the first place. One main attraction for strategic investors is the...
At Ravix Group, we understand shutting down your start-up can be confusing, challenging, disheartening, and emotional. Here are key terms to help you better understand a vernacular you hoped never to have to know: Assignment to the Benefit of Creditors (ABC): A state law insolvency proceeding wherein a company voluntarily transfers its assets to a...
From the Desk of Dr. Doom, Chief Restructuring Officer: Trigger Warnings: Miscalculated Revenue In the heart of Silicon Valley, where million-dollar deals were made over a cup of artisanal coffee and a maple bacon donut, yet 90% of companies fail, I was a beacon of hope and despair. They called me Dr. Doom, the Chief...
From the Desk of Dr. Doom, Chief Restructuring Officer: Trigger Warnings: Uncontrolled Debt, Zero Profitability It was a routine morning when my inbox flashed with an introduction email from Bailey, a known board member from the industry. The subject: “Harry’s Crisis: Urgent Intervention Needed”. The content was straightforward; Harry’s decade-long dream startup venture was in...
