5.29.24 Empower Hour

Clark Wilkes, partner at Presidio Legal and former manager at Dell Technologies Capital, shares insights on hiring contractors and employees for startups. Consider legal implications, investor concerns, and proper classification when making hiring decisions. Use contractors for part-time roles like CFO or CTO to save resources. Utilize standard agreements to assign IP rights and clarify terms. Consider stock options or restricted stock for equity grants. Trust but verify remote employees and establish internal processes for diversity in hiring practices. Stay updated on upcoming events and sessions on dw.com and Dell for startups.