Founder Config
From handshake to a documented deal.
Answer a short smart intake — roles, equity, control, and vesting fill in from sensible defaults — then copy a plain-English term sheet to take to a lawyer. We’re not lawyers; this is a good start when you’re still figuring the deal out.
Presets
Opinionated starting points. Override anything — the value is seeing the assumptions.
Two operators, 50/50 with vesting
Equal operating pair
Both founders operate day-to-day with equal economics and control. Still vest so early exit doesn’t walk away with everything.
Primary builder + sales / market owner
Builder + commercial
Operating founder keeps majority control by default. Commercial partner’s package retunes points to a clean 65/35-style pair with earn-in on deals.
Primary builder + strategic / adviser lane
Builder + strategic earn-in
Heavy earn-in and growth vesting. Strategic partner earns ownership through agreed outcomes — not the idea alone.
How it works
Smart intake first. Detailed steps (Talk, equity matrix, exits) stay optional under Advanced.
Answer smart questions
Answers unlock the next relevant subset — solo vs co-founders, board, trade-offs — and defaults fill the rest.
Separate the axes
Economic ownership, voting, board control, and pay are configured independently.
Document the deal
Copy a term sheet and lawyer briefing. Invite links come later; share by paste for now.