Cap Tables: The Silent Dealbreaker
Overview
Cap tables are one of the first things investors look at, and one of the fastest ways deals get slowed down or derailed. In this workshop, we’ll break down what a cap table actually is, what it reveals to investors, and how to maintain a clean, investor-ready cap table as you prepare to raise a pre-seed or seed round.
What you'll learn
Founders will leave with:
A clear understanding of what a cap table shows (and why investors care)
Common cap table mistakes that create friction during fundraising
Best practices for maintaining a clean, investor-ready cap table
About our speaker
Anita Ly brings a decade of experience across venture capital, hedge funds, and startup operations — with a career that began in pharmaceutical research before pivoting into entrepreneurship and investing. She’s built founder-focused programs and advised early-stage teams on fundraising, strategy, and operations. Known for her people-first approach, Anita helps founders sharpen their pitch, find the right capital, and navigate the messiness of early-stage building with empathy and curiosity.
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