Education Session: Deal Structures, Valuations & Term Sheets

​Whether you’re new to angel investing or looking to sharpen your skills, this session is designed to give you actionable insights and a clear roadmap for making informed investment decisions.

​Agenda:

• ​The Mechanics Matter: Why understanding deal structures and valuations is critical for early-stage investors

  • ​Deal Structures: Comparing SAFEs, convertible notes, and equity deals—ownership, dilution, and future rounds

  • ​Valuation Insights: How early-stage valuations are determined and frameworks angels can use to evaluate them

  • ​Term Sheet Essentials: Key clauses every angel should know, including liquidation preferences, pro rata rights, and anti-dilution protections

​About Our Speaker: ​José is the founder and principal of Padilla Law.  He represents technology and growth companies, investors, and venture capital funds in a broad range of corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, as well as general corporate and securities law matters.