Startup Glossary

Business Angel is an affluent individual who provides capital for a startup, usually in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity.

Business Angels Network is a collective of individual investors interested in financing promising startups in exchange for equity stakes.

Business Incubation is a support process that accelerates the successful development of startup and fledgling companies by providing entrepreneurs with an array of targeted resources and services.

Business Networking refers to the process of establishing a mutually beneficial relationship with other business people and potential clients or customers, critical for fundraising and growth.

Business Plan is a detailed document that describes in detail how a business, usually a new one, is going to achieve its goals. It lays out a written plan from a marketing, financial, and operational viewpoint.

Business Traction is evidence that a company`s products or services are gaining acceptance in the marketplace, often used to attract investors by demonstrating growth potential.

Business Valuation is the process of determining the economic value of a startup or an established business, often necessary for fundraising, investment analysis, and selling the business.

Buy-In refers to the agreement by an investor to participate in a funding round, typically involving the purchase of a startup`s equity.

Buy-Sell Agreement is a legally binding agreement between co-owners of a business that governs the situation if a co-owner dies, is forced to leave the

Buyback Agreement is a contract that allows a company to repurchase shares from shareholders, often used to consolidate ownership or provide an exit for early investors.

Buyout refers to the purchase of a company`s shares in which the acquiring party gains control of the targeted firm. It often involves purchasing a majority stake in the company.