Venture Capital (VC) Transactions Masterclass

Designed for investment professionals who are involved in, or interested in becoming involved in, venture capital transactions. 

This half-day programme is designed to provide an understanding of current market practice, deal terms and conditions, and transaction documents in the venture capital business, as well as the essentials of venture capital. From examining the anatomy of a venture capital deal, to exploring key issues in follow-on financing rounds, exit strategies and securities law compliance, the day will cover the legal and business issues you need to master to participate in today’s venture capital environment successfully. You will also learn about the latest financing trends and regional differences in deal practice. 

What to expect

• A clear, end-to-end view of venture capital transactions, from early-stage financing to exits 
• Practical understanding of key deal documents and terms, including SAFEs, convertible notes, and equity rounds 
•  Current market trends and common pitfalls across early- and late-stage investments  
• Insight into exit strategies, including M&A, IPOs, and African VC-backed company lifecycles  
• Expert-led discussion with interactive Q&A, bridging legal frameworks and commercial realities  

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