Insights from the Guide:

1) Initial Setup: The guide starts with how to structure your cap table during company formation, advising on share classes, equity split among founders, and initial valuations.

2) Managing Transitions: It covers the intricacies of managing equity through funding rounds from Seed to Series B and beyond, detailing how investments, valuations, and equity dilutions impact your cap table.

3) Preparing for Major Events: The document provides strategies for structuring your cap table to prepare for major business events such as mergers, acquisitions, or even an IPO.