Ardius

Joshua Y. Lee allowed me to watch him in action at his ‘Startup Tuesday’ workshop. Entrepreneurs learned more about the nuances of venture capitalists, what challenges they have, what the timelines of funding cycles might mean for a founder, and other questions they should ask before accepting funding. .. .. #leatherbycenterforentrepreneurshipandbusinessethics #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #cynthiawestphd #enterpreneursatchapman Chapman University Argyros College of Business & Economics

The day of the week I look forward to most is Tuesday – We call it #OfficeHours. And last week I had the honor of taking the helm. Every week, Joshua Y. Lee and Jack C. Chao of Ardius assemble some of the greatest and most curious startup minds in #OC in collaboration with #Gusto as part of an invite-only event. Last week I teamed up with one of my favorite #founders to discuss #pitching. We led group activities including a 30-second pitch competition inspired by my time with #TechstarsNY, Emanuel gave strategic pointers on #investorrelations, and yes – there was Porto's. It's such a joy to be a part of this community and have the privilege to learn with, celebrate, and support such incredible founders.

🎻 Venture Velocity event in LA... Violin and beats. Check. Panel of VCs. Check. And that guy Joshua Y. Lee who... - Pumped us up about LA tech. - Dropped suggestions for founders... - From his multiple businesses, - Good multiples for VCs, - Pathways to exit, - To venture scale or not. Good times. #startups #latech

The #startup community is #global ! STATION F is the world’s largest startup campus in #Paris that is home to 1,000 startups, 30+ programs, and 600+ events and workshops per year. Special thanks and shout-out to Feliana Citradewi🎙️and team LiVert, for allowing us to meet and connect with #earlystage #founders #investors #teams here as we look to invest for our #familyoffice and multiple #venturefunds #syndicates Elated to share this experience with Jacob Lee and give him a broadened view of the world 🌎…hopefully it encourages him to think beyond where we live and appreciate the diversity in other #cultures #communities And in the immortal words of Arnie, “I’ll be back…”

Who's ready for #EarlyStageLA? Join us for a signature event hosted by Lorel Scott from StartupStarter, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, and Crosscut Ventures, in partnership with BAM Ventures, Alumni Ventures, Westwood Ventures (an Alumni Ventures Fund), Startup UCLA Entrepreneurship Institute, & Startup Village—all aimed at accelerating the growth and success of early-stage startups in the Los Angeles area. We're proud to announce that our very own Drew W. and Joshua Y. Lee will be panelists, sharing their insights and experiences. This pivotal event will bring together top-tier early-stage venture capital firms, leading legal experts, premier startup incubators, and vibrant startup & investor communities. It's a perfect opportunity to gain invaluable insights, resources, and networking opportunities to elevate your entrepreneurial journey. 🔗 RSVP here: https://lu.ma/9bxlpol5 #EarlyStageLA #VentureCapital #LosAngeles

Proud to share that Ardius has been recognized by the UCLA Alumni Association as part of their #BruinBusiness100 honorees for 2024! This marks the second time we get to receive this honor and we could not be more humbled / excited! Bruin Business 100 continues to celebrate the hard work, talent and innovation of exceptional #startups #companies #alumni #founders #businessowners #visionaries. Ardius is proud to both represent and be recognized as one of these honorees, and celebrate with all our fellow Bruin honorees!  Check out the full list of celebrated businesses here: https://lnkd.in/gJ-tJxHQ  #BruinBusinesses #BruinProud #FoursUP #EightClap

Absolutely loved every second with Ethan Cole PhD and the Founders In LA podcast team! What they are doing for our #startupecosystem here in #Socal #longLA is nothing short of both commendable and encouraging! We talk about all things #startups and covered a lot of ground in a short amount of time. Take a listen and let me know your thoughts. I’m sure we’ll be chatting more about this at #officehours Jack C. Chao Stephen Hyun Justin Sun Danny Kuo Byron Wang Michael Young Mike Hsieh Julio Cerne Chaves If you haven’t #subscribed drop them a like and follow. We need to support and take care of the #homecourt #homefieldadvantage here in LA!

Mastering Your Cap Table with Joshua Lee of Ardius "You need a great lawyer and you need a great accountant. Those two things are inevitable. But they look at me and I go, 'Oh, you've never looked at your cap table." In this episode of Founders In LA, Joshua Y. Lee, CEO and Founder of Ardius, talks to us about the important role of cap tables in startup management and investment decisions. Highlighting his background in accounting and venture creation, Joshua discusses common challenges and the strategic advantages of maintaining organized and detailed cap tables. KEY TAKEAWAYS 🌟 Understanding Cap Tables: Joshua highlights the complexities of cap tables, including convertible notes and safe notes. He stresses record-keeping, as this impacts future strategic decisions, especially regarding funding and exits. Tax-Free Exit Potential: Joshua mentions the need for skilled accountants and lawyers in startup management. These experts can uncover tax benefits, including the possibility that the first $10 million in an exit might be tax-free under certain conditions. Joining New vs. Closing Funds: Joshua underscores the importance of understanding funding cycles and managing investor expectations. A company joining at the beginning of a fund may face different timelines and expectations compared to one joining at the end. Thanks again to our sponsors: Nearsure, Unità, Prodhub! 💙 WATCH OR LISTEN TO THE FULL PODCAST 📺 On YouTube →https://lnkd.in/gsE2p688 🎧 On Spotify→ https://lnkd.in/gdqZC2y3 🎧 On Apple Podcasts → https://lnkd.in/g3URfj4T 🎧 On Amazon Music → https://lnkd.in/gScjrJXb #sales #tax #credits #startup #randd #software #automation #machinelearning #technology #incentives #lessonsinentrepreneurship #foundersinla #entreprenuer #podcasting #lamoments #startuplife #mostlamoment #losangeles #lapodcast

From a person with plenty of experience to weigh in on, Joshua Y. Lee drops some knowledge on cap table management, founder/VC expectations, investment bevavior cycles, and more on Founders In LA recently. Check out more here: https://lnkd.in/gPbuY4G7

Maximizing your R&D Tax Credit with Ardius ✅ 🎙️NEW podcast episode today! Join us in today’s new podcast episode with Joshua Y. Lee, CEO and Founder of Ardius. Sharing his accounting skills and experience in building companies, he talks about common problems with cap tables and why it’s important to keep them accurate and organized. He covers issues like dilution, valuation errors, and investor expectations, sharing valuable advice and stories. This episode is a must for founders and investors, offering valuable tips on managing cap tables for business success and showing the need for transparency and careful planning. #sales #tax #credits #startup #randd #software #automation #machinelearning #technology #incentives #lessonsinentrepreneurship #foundersinla #entreprenuer #podcasting #lamoments #startuplife #mostlamoment #losangeles #lapodcast