83(b) elections, founder vesting, and option pools

The decisions you make around equity in the first year of your company can have six-figure tax consequences — and most founders don't realize it until it's too late.

In this session, Daniel Neuman from Carney Law will break down the mechanics of 83(b) elections, founder vesting schedules, and option pool sizing - the foundational equity decisions that affect your tax bill, your cap table, and your leverage in future fundraising.

We'll cover:

• What an 83(b) election actually does and why missing the 30-day window can be incredibly expensive
• How to structure founder vesting so it protects co-founder relationships and satisfies investors
• Common mistakes founders make when setting up equity for early employees

Come with your questions. This is a small-group, interactive session. Not a lecture.