As a Chief Restructuring Officer, I’ve guided many startups through the intricate journey of shutting down. I often get asked, “How long does it take to shut down my startup?” The truth is that it varies greatly depending on several critical factors. Let’s explore these factors and understand how they impact the timeline of a...
The Los Angeles skyline was a blend of sleek modernity and gritty realism, much like the business ventures it housed. In a nondescript warehouse in Downtown LA, luxury and ambition hung heavy in the air, alongside the scent of high-quality fabric. This was the domain of the Newtson Brothers, a pair of fashion entrepreneurs who...
When debts are piling up, product market fit isn’t happening, and the runway seems to be getting shorter and shorter, a startup must often face the daunting prospect of a wind-down. In this intricate process, managed escrow services become critical (see Dr. Doom’s story: The Painter, The Napkin, and the Escrow). As someone who has...
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,...
The term “Zone of Insolvency” often floats around in financial and legal circles, but pinning down its meaning is like trying to catch smoke with your hands. No mathematical formula or financial algorithm can reliably signal when a business enters this nebulous zone. The irony is that you usually only realize you’ve been in this...
