Set up the initial equity structure

Record founders and the company’s opening ownership structure.

Last reviewed: 2026-08-25

Purpose

Initial equity records the opening founder or shareholder structure from which later financing events build.

Record the opening structure

Company cap table → Add contract or initial equity → Equity

1. Confirm the incorporation date, authorized shares, share classes, and founding stakeholders from the legal records.
2. Add each founder or initial shareholder to the equity contract.
3. Enter quantities and rights using one consistent ownership basis.
4. Review totals against the incorporation documents before issuing.