Before You Sign: How Term Sheets Actually Work

Founderland x Osborne Clarke
A practical, partner-led workshop on how term sheet mechanics actually play out for founders.

Before you sign a term sheet, it’s critical to understand what you’re agreeing to.
Join Founderland and Osborne Clarke for a focused, interactive workshop designed to unpack how term sheet mechanics translate into real outcomes for founders — from control and governance to dilution and long-term incentives.
Led by venture lawyers from Osborne Clarke, this session will walk through the key elements of early-stage financing agreements and how they play out in practice.
The format is intentionally small to allow for open discussion, practical insights, and direct questions.

What We’ll Cover
Founder vesting & long-term protection
Governance, majorities & decision-making
Employee participation (VSOPs) & structuring
How early terms shape long-term outcomes

Who This Is For
Founders close to incorporation or fundraising
Early-stage founders preparing for their first term sheet
Operators transitioning into founding roles

Event Details
📅 Tuesday, May 5, 2026
🕒 15:00–19:00
📍 Osborne Clarke, Berlin

Speakers
Giovanni Alexandrov
Senior Associate, Osborne Clarke
Venture lawyer advising startups, investors, and companies from incorporation to exit, with a focus on VC transactions and complex shareholder structures.
Vanessa Petre Linbenciuc
Associate, Osborne Clarke
Advises startups, funds, and corporates on venture capital and M&A transactions, with deep expertise in structuring and negotiating financing rounds.

Registration Note
Spots are limited. Please register only if you can attend. Confirmation details will be shared with selected participants.