Early-Stage Deal Terms Demystified

​Join us for an evening designed to help founders navigate the complexities of early-stage financings. Hosted by Dentons, Brown and White Ventures and Finta, this event will feature a practical discussion on what’s “market” in convertible security and preferred stock financings from the pros navigating these transactions daily — giving you clarity on deal terms and investor expectations.

​The program includes:

• ​Networking (30 min): Connect with fellow founders, investors, and advisors.

• ​Presentation (45 min): Gain insights from experienced attorneys on early-stage deal structures and market standards.

• ​Networking (45 min): Continue the conversation and expand your network.

​This event is a valuable opportunity to build connections and walk away with actionable knowledge for your fundraising journey.

​Featured Speakers

​David Valenti
David advises clients ranging from startups to global corporations on mergers and acquisitions, commercial agreements, and general corporate and securities matters. His transactional experience includes mergers, stock and asset acquisitions/sales, public and private securities offerings, and venture capital financings and investments. David has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America©: Ones to Watch for Corporate Law and M&A (2022; 2024–2025).

​Matthew Weinbaum
Matt is a shareholder and US co-leader of the Dentons Venture Technology Group. He specializes in guiding clients through early-stage transactions that provide foundational and growth capital to emerging companies. Matt has represented clients across industries such as robotics, life sciences, AI, food technology, agriculture, and digital media. His experience spans venture capital financings, spinouts from universities, and strategic investments for global corporations.

​Special Thanks

​This event is made possible with the support of Western New York Incubator Network (WIN) and the University at Buffalo Business & Entrepreneur Partnerships (UB BEP). We are grateful for their support and for providing the space to host this conversation.