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David Willbrand explains in accessible language how startups raise money. If you are a tech entrepreneur, chances are you are a world-class expert in certain areas of your startup. Where you likely have little-to-no experience is all the legal stuff – particularly all the factors involved in organizing, capitalizing and financing a tech startup.

Meet the Presenter: David Willbrand At Thompson Hine, David is the Chairperson of the firm's Early Stage & Emerging Company Practice. David primarily works with tech and biotech:

• Entrepreneurs and emerging companies,
• Accelerators and incubators,
• Early-stage investors and venture capital funds,
• Research institutions and corporate innovation teams.

Prior to joining Thompson Hine, David worked in the software industry, holding the dual role of CFO and General Counsel at a series of venture-backed companies.