We are delighted to announce the release of our General Partner Masato Shimodaira's new book, "A Story-based Introduction to Risks & Laws for Entrepreneurs: 26 Stories to Avoid Fatal Mistakes," on March 13, 2024. This essential guide fills the gap in risk management literature for entrepreneurs, offering invaluable insights to help startups navigate various challenges from harassment issues to compliance and IPO preparation.

Book Details:

• Title: A Story-based Introduction to Risks & Laws for Entrepreneurs: 26 Stories to Avoid Fatal Mistakes
• Author: Masato Shimodaira, General Partner of ON&BOARD Co., Ltd.
• Publisher: Diamond, Inc.
• Release Date: March 13, 2024
• Price: ¥2,860 (incl. tax)
• Pages: 616
• Purchase: Available at bookstores nationwide and on Amazon

Table of Contents Highlights:

1. Types of companies to establish
2. Relationships with previous employers
3. Shareholder agreements
4. Corporate governance
5. Navigating regulations in business model development
6. Consulting with law firms and building legal teams
7. Drafting and managing terms of service
8. Contract review points
9. Handling and utilizing personal information
10. Overview of intellectual property
11. Labor management at different startup stages
12. Types and processes of fundraising
13. Marketing and legal considerations
14. Compliance for IPO
15. M&A methods and contracts

Author Profile: Masato Shimodaira is a co-founder and General Partner of ON&BOARD. He has extensive experience in venture investment and support, previously working as an in-house lawyer at LINE Corporation and in investment at Dream Incubator Inc. He holds degrees from Hitotsubashi University and Keio University.

For more information and to purchase the book, visit Amazon.