How to evaluate series A startup?
Nov 6, 2019
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I’m in the final rounds for a PM role at a series A fintech. They raised 30M+ and seem to have an experienced founder team. What would be some questions I should asking to evaluate the health of the company? In regards to equity, what amount is typically issued and on what terms? What is the expected growth for an employee with every new round of funding?
I appreciate any insights or past experiences!
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Series A companies tend to give 1% to core employees. 0.5% to experienced but not core. 0.1% to interns. Typical vest is over 4 years with a 1year cliff.
This also assumes <50 employees total.
The fact that they've raised 30M is scary. They likely won't give you whats typical for Series A. Also, the company valuation already is too high leaving very little upside for you. Fact that its B2C is even more risky in getting a product-market fit. B2Bs are so much more easier to understand and size.