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Shareholder Investment Agreement
"I need a Shareholder Investment Agreement for a Series A investment round where a venture capital firm is investing NZD 5 million for a 25% stake in our technology startup, with specific provisions for board representation and anti-dilution protection."
1. Parties: Identifies and defines all parties to the agreement, including the company, existing shareholders, and new investors
2. Background: Sets out the context of the investment, including company status and purpose of the investment
3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement and establishes interpretation principles
4. Investment Terms: Details the investment amount, share class, price per share, and payment terms
5. Completion: Specifies the conditions precedent, completion mechanics, and timing of the investment
6. Warranties and Representations: Contains warranties given by the company and existing shareholders to the investor
7. Board Composition: Outlines the structure of the board and any investor director appointment rights
8. Shareholder Rights and Obligations: Details voting rights, reserved matters, and general obligations of shareholders
9. Share Transfer Restrictions: Sets out restrictions on transfer of shares and pre-emptive rights
10. Tag-Along and Drag-Along Rights: Establishes co-sale rights and majority sale mechanisms
11. Dividend Policy: States the agreed approach to dividends and distributions
12. Confidentiality: Defines confidential information and obligations regarding its use and disclosure
13. Dispute Resolution: Establishes procedures for resolving disputes between parties
14. General Provisions: Contains standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and governing law
1. Anti-Dilution Protection: Protects investors from dilution in future funding rounds - include when requested by sophisticated investors
2. Founder Commitments: Specifies obligations of founders including non-compete and time commitment - include when founders remain operational
3. Information Rights: Details specific reporting requirements beyond statutory obligations - include for significant investors
4. Exit Strategy: Defines agreed exit mechanisms and timelines - include when there's a specific exit plan
5. Intellectual Property Protection: Additional IP warranties and protection - include for technology companies
6. Employee Share Scheme: Framework for employee share ownership - include if company plans to implement ESOP
7. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG): ESG commitments and reporting - include for impact investors or when specifically required
1. Schedule 1: Company Details: Contains key company information including share capital structure and existing shareholders
2. Schedule 2: Warranties: Detailed list of warranties given by the company and existing shareholders
3. Schedule 3: Reserved Matters: List of decisions requiring special majority or investor consent
4. Schedule 4: Completion Requirements: Detailed list of documents and actions required for completion
5. Schedule 5: Business Plan: Current business plan and financial projections
6. Schedule 6: Key Terms Sheet: Summary of key commercial terms agreed between parties
7. Appendix A: Share Capital Table: Detailed cap table showing shareholding pre and post-investment
8. Appendix B: Board Charter: Document outlining board procedures and governance principles
Authors
Technology and Software
Financial Services
Healthcare and Biotech
Manufacturing
Real Estate
Retail and E-commerce
Agriculture and Food
Energy and Utilities
Professional Services
Media and Entertainment
Education
Construction and Infrastructure
Mining and Resources
Transportation and Logistics
Legal
Finance
Corporate Development
Executive Leadership
Board of Directors
Investment
Compliance
Company Secretariat
Risk Management
Corporate Governance
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Legal Officer
Company Secretary
Investment Manager
Corporate Lawyer
Investment Director
Board Director
Managing Director
Financial Controller
Compliance Officer
Investment Analyst
Corporate Development Manager
Venture Capital Partner
Private Equity Manager
General Counsel
Company Director
Fund Manager
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