Tax 101 for Founders

🔥 The Deep Dive: Tax 101 for Founders

Jennifer Kowal, VP Banking @ J.P. Morgan Private Bank‍
Taxes might not be the most exciting part of building a startup — but they can make or break your financial future. Jennifer broke down the essentials every founder should know about taxes, from entity structure to equity implications. Whether you're pre-revenue or prepping for a big exit, this session helped demystify the tax landscape and set you up to make smarter financial moves.

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👀 Showcase

Zhi Tan, Audit Manager @ Withum
‍Zhi introduced Withum, a forward-thinking, tech-driven advisory and accounting firm. He shared how Withum helps startups navigate everything from audit prep to financial strategy — with an eye toward long-term growth and compliance.

Caitlin Villarreal, Co-Founder/CEO @ Lola & Veranda
‍Caitlin showcased Lola & Veranda — the world’s first home textile brand focused on circular production. With a mission to reimagine how we live, decorate, and consume, she shared the journey of building a purpose-driven brand that’s as sustainable as it is beautiful.

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🙏 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

Big shoutout to the partners who help make Exit Hours possible. Your support fuels the founders, ideas, and conversations that keep this community growing.

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Gumshoe Ventures is a venture studio that invests, builds, and grows startups. Unlike traditional VCs that maximize for size of fiscal outcomes, Gumshoe focuses on maximizing the probability of founder-friendly exits. Learn more here.

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