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Unlocking Liquidity: The Future of Startup Equity & Private Markets with Dave Thornton

Dave Thornton discusses stock options, employee liquidity and the evolution of private markets.

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With Dave Thornton

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About this episode

Dave Thornton, introduced as CEO and co-founder of Vested, discusses the complexities of stock options and the liquidity challenges facing startup employees. He explains Vested’s funding approach, while the conversation examines secondary markets and the growing need for liquidity as companies remain private longer.

Discussion themes

  • Stock-option complexity and liquidity challenges for startup employees.
  • Vested’s funding approach discussed by Dave.
  • The evolution of private and secondary markets.
  • Liquidity needs as companies stay private longer.

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