Model your capitalization table across founding shares and a funding round.
| Shareholder | Shares | Ownership % |
|---|
Simplified model. Does not account for liquidation preferences, anti-dilution, or convertible instruments.
A capitalization table is the definitive record of who owns what percentage of a company. It sounds simple, but cap tables become complex as companies add co-founders, option pools, angel investors, and institutional rounds.
This simplified model shows the basic mechanics: existing shares plus new shares issued to the investor. In practice, cap tables must also account for liquidation preferences, anti-dilution provisions, and vesting schedules.
A clean, well-maintained cap table is essential for fundraising. Investors will scrutinize it during due diligence, and any errors or ambiguities create delays and erode trust.
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