As startups get rolling, we treat the financials like black magic. We tweak a growth rate, guesstimate our revenue, imagine our costs, and create a graph to convince potential investors of our goals. Most of us have no clue what's happening behind the scenes and at the end of the day, we're basing major decisions on gut feelings and what we think things mean. This workshop will start to...
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As startups get rolling, we treat the financials like black magic. We tweak a growth rate, guesstimate our revenue, imagine our costs, and create a graph to convince potential investors of our goals. Most of us have no clue what's happening behind the scenes and at the end of the day, we're basing major decisions on gut feelings and what we think things mean. This workshop will start to change that. Nate McGuire - a former financial analyst with Ernst & Young and Apple [Linked In Profile] - will lead a four hour workshop to dive into the terms, nuances, and understandings that go into financial statements. This workshop is not just for companies seeking investment but can include any organization trying to understand the numbers that can drive or kill their operations. Basic Agenda: Reading & preparing financial statements Understanding expenses Building 24 month financial projections There will be breaks with refreshments and light snacks available.