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Advisory Board

Definition

A group of experienced individuals who provide informal guidance, expertise, and connections to a business, without the legal obligations of a board of directors.

Why it matters

The right advisors accelerate your growth, open doors, and help you avoid expensive mistakes. They are particularly valuable for first-time founders.

Example

A SaaS founder recruits three advisors: a product expert, a CFO, and an industry insider. In exchange for quarterly meetings, she offers 0.25% equity each.

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