So, you’ve got a brilliant startup idea, maybe even a co-founder or two, and now you’re staring at the daunting task of figuring out how to split equity. Who gets what? How do you keep employees incentivized? And what happens if someone leaves?

Welcome to Gildre’s Startup Equity 101—where we break down the essentials in a way that makes sense.

Startup fundraising is full of buzzwords and acronyms. Master essential terminology with this guide to confidently navigate capital options and engage effectively with investors.