Wilson Sonsini
For many UK/EU tech companies, the US offers an opportunity to access increased capital, commercial opportunities, and organizational rigor. However, successfully competing with US companies in their home market requires a willingness to re-evaluate many aspects of a UK/EU tech business.
Partner Benefit: Transforming UK/EU Companies through US Expansion and Fundraising
For many UK/EU tech companies, the US offers an opportunity to access increased capital, commercial opportunities, and organizational rigor. However, successfully competing with US companies in their home market requires a willingness to re-evaluate many aspects of a UK/EU tech business. Our partner firm Wilson Sonsini is offering 1-2-1 sessions (at no charge) for companies that are launching, scaling, raising capital, or considering an IPO/M&A exit in America. For reference, here is Wilson Sonsini’s US Expansion, Fundraising & Exit FAQ: link
Daniel Glazer, Wilson Sonsini’s London Office Managing Partner and an American technology lawyer and business advisor, will be leading the 1-2-1 sessions, which will focus on addressing your questions as to what it takes for a UK/EU tech company to compete and win in the US and to meet the expectations of US investors, commercial partners, employees, and acquirors.
Here is a sample of various frequently-asked questions:
- When should we look to raise money from US VCs?
- How do US VC expectations differ from those of UK/EU VCs?
- Do US VCs require a US company to fund a UK/EU business?
- When is the right time to establish a US subsidiary and US-based operations?
- Does UK/EU management need to move to the US?
- How long does US set up take and how much does it cost?
- Where is the best place to set up in the States?