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AustrianStartups Summit 2026

15 – 16 Oct 2026 | Vienna, Austria

Thursday, 15 October 2026 | 15:00 - 15:50

Termsheet Decoded — What you must know before you sign the deal

Location:HopfenbodenTrack:Masterclasses

Raising capital is about more than securing funding - it's about building the right long-term partnership. In this session, we'll decode the key legal and commercial terms of a venture capital term sheet, explain what investors are really asking for, and discuss where founders should negotiate to protect their company's future.

Target audience: Founder in the fundraising process or shortly before.

Speakers: Dominik Tyrybon and Niklas Kerschbaumer

Profile Description Dominik:

As a venture capital and M&A lawyer, Dominik has the opportunity to work alongside founders and investors at every stage of a company's growth journey. He enjoys helping entrepreneurs navigate the legal and strategic challenges of fundraising, governance, and scaling innovative businesses.

Profile Description Niklas:

Niklas is a M&A and venture capital lawyer, with a particular focus on Healthcare & Life Sciences and Technology. He advises on the full spectrum of corporate and transactional matters, including financing rounds, growth investments, spin-offs, and M&A transactions.