On The Grid: The Startup Tax Playbook - Strategies for Founders
Join us for On The Grid: The Startup Tax Playbook: Strategies for Founders, where guest speaker Cathyana Jean-Baptiste will lead a focused seminar designed specifically for startup founders and finance teams, tackling the complex and often overlooked world of startup taxation. Whether you're gearing up for your next fundraising round or navigating multi-state operations, this event will give you the clarity and confidence to make smart, strategic tax decisions.
Topics include:
⚡ Choosing the right entity structure (LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp) and understanding the tax implications
⚡ Unlocking R&D tax credits and other specialized deductions
⚡ Navigating state and local tax regulations for multi-state startups
⚡ Demystifying stock options and equity compensation taxation
⚡ Strategic tax planning for fundraising and exits
⚡ Best practices for staying compliant and avoiding audits
⚡ Key updates to tax law that every startup should know
We’ll close with a Q&A, so come ready with questions!
About Cathyana Jean-Baptiste
As the Founder of SkinnyTax, Cathyana Jean-Baptiste is a tax planning thought leader for family offices, corporations, and emerging growth companies. Cathyana's expertise is built on a strong foundation of legal and tax knowledge, gained through her roles as an attorney at prestigious firms like BakerHostetler and CunninghamLegal. She holds advanced degrees with a focus on tax law from George Washington University Law School and Georgetown University Law Center, furthering her deep understanding of tax planning.
About Grid110
Grid110 is an economic and community development nonprofit dedicated to creating clearer pathways to success for early-stage entrepreneurs in Los Angeles. Their mission is to foster the most thriving, inviting & inclusive community for entrepreneurs by making the entrepreneurial path more equitable, inclusive, and accessible. Through their no-cost, no-equity accelerator programs, Grid110 provides founders with a growing community of fellow entrepreneurs, expert mentorship, and crucial resources. It has supported 300+ companies that have raised more than $123 million since its creation in 2015. Ninety-four percent of companies supported by Grid110 are led by women and entrepreneurs of color.