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DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS ON FOUNDER EQUITY

wildfirelabs.substack.com5 min read

Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

Recent data from 7,764 startups reveals that equity splits among founders are often unequal, contrary to the common assumption of 50/50 splits. Vesting schedules are crucial for protecting the company and maintaining VC investability. Founders should approach equity decisions openly and fairly, using data to guide their choices and implementing vesting schedules to align long-term incentives.