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Jonathan spent the first five years of his professional insurance career working as a generalist broker at a traditional firm on Long Island. Intrigued by how to leverage technology in the industry, he joined the Founder Shield team in 2016 and quickly grew into his current leadership role of General Manager. Jonathan works to oversee client strategy and communication, and has fostered a culture of providing unparalleled service and risk consulting for some of the fastest growing companies in the world. Outside of work, he can be found on the basketball court and chess board — but not at the same time.

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early-stage-investing

November 23 • Growth

10 Venture Capital Firms Investing in Early-Stage Startups

Although investors have hit the brakes on the growth-stage, early-stage startups remain a hot commodity. Here are some top VC firms to know.

employee-stock-option-plan

October 21 • Growth

How to Establish an Employee Stock Option Plan

Startups can expand and develop by establishing an employee stock option (ESO) plan — but it does require some highly strategic steps. Let’s discuss how to make it happen.

startup-tax-incentives

October 12 • EPLI • Risk Management

Valuable Tax Incentives & Credits for Your Startup

Should startup founders consider tax incentives and credits as part of financial savings? Here’s why this strategy might makes sense for your small or mid-market business and how to make it happen.

digital-health-companies

October 3 • Risk Management

10 Digital Health Companies Positively Impacting Our Daily Lives

Digital health companies take patient care to the next level and transform the healthcare industry. Here’s a roundup of notable startups that have the potential to impact our lives every single day!

grant-resources-tech-startups

August 11 • Risk Management

Top 4 Grant Resources for Tech Startups

Tech startups have plenty of funding available if leaders look in the right places. This post uncovers the top grant resources and where to apply for them. Let’s go!

content-creators-insurance

August 2 • Media Liability • Risk Management

Why Personal Insurance Isn’t Enough for Content Creators

Content creators often team with brands for powerful influencer marketing strategies — but who protects the creators? We have the answers you need.

downsizing-downturns

July 11 • EPLI

Downsizing In Downturns, EPL Insurance Considerations

During downturns, downsizing can quickly trigger employment-related issues. Here are some EPL insurance considerations for small, mid-market, and late-stage companies to keep in mind.

sequoia-memo-takeaways

June 29 • Risk Management • Thought Leadership

5 Key Takeaways from the Sequoia Memo — Y Combinator & LightSpeed Chime In

The “leaked” Sequoia memo, Adapting to Endure, highlights several concepts for startups and businesses backed by venture capital. Here’s our key takeaways.

crypto-facility-property-insurance

June 22 • Property

Property Insurance for Crypto Mining Facilities — What’s the Big Deal?

Crypto mining facilities are popping up more and more nowadays, especially with cryptocurrency wildly popular. Here’s why property insurance for crypto mining real estate is such a big deal.

D&O-insurance-crypto-companies

June 4 • Directors & Officers

The Value of D&O Insurance for Crypto Companies

Crypto companies must battle a slew of risks amid a volatile market. Let’s discuss what exposures leaders face and why D&O insurance is vital.

content creators

May 6 • Media Liability

Content Creator Insurance Guide

Experts predict the influencer marketing space to reach $16.4B this year. As a content creator, will you be a part of this massive figure? Learn how to protect yourself here.

executive-order-crypto

March 10 • Risk Management • Thought Leadership

Biden’s Executive Order on Crypto — What You Should Know

President Biden recently released an Executive Order on Crypto, ensuring responsible innovation in digital assets. Here’s the newsbeat.

TWRM Feb 1

February 24 • Thought Leadership

This Week In Risk Management — February

Here’s a familiar question: If a tree falls in the woods, and no one is around to hear it, does it still make a noise? Of course, we know that it does! Scientific discovery works wonders when answering questions about the universe — but these questions still make us ponder. And we like that. As

TWRM Nov 2

November 29 • Thought Leadership

This Week in Risk Management — November Issue #2

As we officially enter the holiday season, the rest of the world is moving forward differently. This week in risk management brings us a new phase of COVID-19-related trials, mammoth Astroworld lawsuits, data protection issues for local governments, and a glimmer of hope in tech innovation. Let’s dive in. Astroworld Organizers Faces Massive Lawsuits Ten

TWRM Nov 1

November 10 • Thought Leadership

This Week In Risk Management — November Issue #1

“Dodging” is the theme of this post, whether it’s dodging catastrophes or live rounds from a prop gun. While these topics might seem incredibly grim, let’s take a respectful step back to ponder how these tragic events could potentially shape our future — and why they should. Will Underwriters Put Coal Plants on the Chopping

OSHA-workplace-safety-initiatives

October 19 • EPLI • Worker's Compensation

OSHA’s New Workplace Safety Initiatives & Insurance

Biden and OSHA have teamed to release a new workplace safety initiatives — but how will this impact insurance for startups or mid-market businesses?

low angle shot wall street sign nyc

September 14 • Risk Management

Tech Companies: What to Expect Going Public Post-Pandemic

After a nerve wracking pandemic year, many tech companies anticipate going public. Here’s what to expect from IPOs in the future.

TWRM Aug 2

August 20 • Thought Leadership

This Week In Risk Management — August Issue #2

The water cooler is buzzing with new and alarming risk management stories headlining this week. From sexual misconduct allegations to COVID-19 lawsuits to SEC-approved requirements regarding diversity, we’re hearing a lot of chatter reminding us how vital the right coverage is. And these hot topics are only the beginning. Here’s what’s happening in the risk

hybrid work

August 17 • EPLI

How Companies Are Responding to the Hybrid Work Environment

Late-stage companies are considering hybrid schedules worldwide. Let’s take a look at this new flexible work status to see if it fits your corporate goals.

TWRM-July 1

July 15 • Thought Leadership

This Week In Risk Management — July Issue #1

Welcome to the first edition of “This Week In Risk Management,” a new series bringing you risk management insights directly from the Founder Shield team. In each edition, we’ll take a look at some recent stories that caught our eye, from regulator enforcements, cyber attacks, lawsuits to insurance market trends. Our goal with this series

leave your peo

April 27 • Health & Benefits • Risk Management

Time to Leave Your PEO? How to Transition Smoothly

Mid-market and late-stage companies often outgrow their PEOs. If you’ve thought about saying goodbye to yours, here are a few factors to consider first.

large modern office building

March 17 • Risk Management

VC Insight: Understanding Late-Stage Investment Risks

Investing in late-stage companies is often viewed as less risky — but it’s still a venture. Let’s explore late-stage investment risks.

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