Introduction

One of the most common conversations we have with founders involves how to divide the initial equity among the founding team. It is often the first hard decision new co-founders face together, and getting it wrong (or avoiding it altogether) can create problems that haunt the company for years.

In celebration of Women's Entrepreneurship Day, Valeska Pederson Hintz and Wendy Moore of Perkins Coie hosted a fireside chat with Elisa Schreiber and Priya Cherian Huskins on the theme of "Command Your Narrative: Building a Resilient Personal Brand for Women Entrepreneurs." 

Choosing the right business structure is a critical decision for any startup. The choice often boils down to two popular options: Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and C-Corporations (C-Corps).