For many high-growth enterprises, there’s nowhere better to start and grow than Europe, and nowhere better to expand and raise later-stage funding than the United States.  The US offers the promise of massive commercial opportunities and plentiful venture and growth capital.  However, doing business and raising money in an unfamiliar, highly-competitive environment requires thoughtful advance planning and clinical execution. 
 
In this facilitated Q&A session, we will discuss best practices for navigating the logistical aspects of launching and operating a European business in the States, and setting and meeting expectations for US later-stage funding.
 
Here’s a sample of various frequently-asked questions:
 
1️⃣ When should I consider establishing US operations?
2️⃣ When should I look to raise money from US VCs?
3️⃣ Do I need a US company to raise money from US VCs?
4️⃣ When do I need to create a US company? 
5️⃣ Where is the best place to set up in the States?
6️⃣ How long does US set up take and how much does it cost?
7️⃣ How do I sell/pitch in the US as a European/non-US founder?
8️⃣ How is hiring different in the US, and what’s the optimal US team?
9️⃣ Does everyone really sue each other all the time in the US?
🔟 Are there government resources to assist with US expansion?
 
To help formulate your questions in advance, here’s Wilson Sonsini’s US Expansion and Fundraising FAQ.
 
The discussion will be led by Daniel Glazer, who heads the US Expansion group at Silicon Valley-headquartered Wilson Sonsini.  Dan leads Wilson’s London office, which provides US access and support to technology-driven UK & European companies through their US life cycle – US launch, expansion, fundraising, partnerships, M&A and IPO. 

TUESDAY 22ND OCTOBER

6:30pm to Late

Wilson Sonsini HQ, Eden House, 8 Spital Square, London E1 6DU