What do the Companies of the Future Look Like?

I'm excited to share this journey with entrepreneurs, founders, investors and business leaders who, like me, are determined to build the next generation of companies that align profitability with mission commitment. This course is born from my passion for using the law as a tool to integrate profit with purpose, offering a roadmap to maintain your company's integrity and values while navigating the complexities of capital funding.

What I Aim to Teach You through This Course:

• Simplifying Mission Safeguards: I'll demystify complex concepts such as mission locks, corporate structure, governance, ownership, and decision-making in the realm of impact capital. My goal is to make these essential areas understandable and actionable for you.
• Your Toolkit for Informed Decisions: I'll provide you with a toolkit to help make decisions that align with your mission and impact. It's crucial that your operational and legal choices reflect our broader mission, ensuring our values drive our business forward.
• Connecting with the Right Investors: I'll share insights into how implementing mission safeguards effectively can help you attract and sustain relationships with investors who are truly aligned with your venture's values. This is about creating a stable and supportive environment for your venture to flourish.
• Comprehensive Overview of Mission Safeguards: We'll explore commonly used safeguards across areas like purpose, governance, corporate structure, ownership, and control. I'll offer practical tips on implementing these safeguards, understanding their costs, and evaluating their potential for DIY application.
• Mission Safeguards and Equity Funding Dynamics: I'll guide you through understanding the interplay between mission safeguards and equity funding, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate this dynamic landscape effectively.
• Crafting Your Mission Toolbox: Using our self-assessment tool, you'll develop a personalized mission toolbox tailored to your company and funding needs, a crucial step in planning for your venture's future.

Supporting Your Journey

Beyond the course materials, you'll have access to comprehensive written resources and the opportunity to book a coaching session with me for deeper exploration and guidance.

Course Outline from My Perspective:

1. Why Mission Safeguards Matter: I'll start by defining what makes a company mission-driven and why it's crucial.
2. Understanding the Purpose Landscape: We'll look at how mission-driven companies differ from others and why this distinction is vital.
3. The Essentials of Mission Safeguards: I'll break down what mission safeguards are and how you can use them effectively.
4. The Role of Safeguards in Funding: We'll explore how these safeguards can facilitate funding that aligns with your venture's core values.
5. Implementing Safeguards: I'll provide a step-by-step guide on applying these safeguards in your organization.
6. The Importance of Mission Locks: Understanding their impact and significance.
7. Corporate Structure Safeguards: We'll dive into the importance of labels, certifications, and for-purpose entities.
8. Governance That Guards Your Mission: Aligning your governance structure with your mission.
9. Maintaining Mission Through Ownership and Control: I'll share strategies for keeping your mission at the forefront.
10. Real-World Application: Looking at how mission safeguards interact with equity funding.
11. Wrapping Up: We'll summarize the key takeaways and walk through the mission toolbox self-assessment together.

I've designed this course to help you ensure that your company not only succeeds in the marketplace but does so while adhering to its foundational values. Looking forward to seeing you inside!