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The Founder Salary Trap in Late Stage Exits
Lucas and Luna dissect the hidden friction between founder compensation and acquisition pricing. With recent headlines showing startups like Etched Fields hitting forty billion dollar valuations while others struggle with liquidity, we explore how executive pay structures create valuation gaps. The episode breaks down why strategic acquirers penalize high base salaries during due diligence and what founders must do to align their personal income with company exit goals.
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