Venture Capital Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Anti-Dilution Protection: Provisions protecting investors from dilution in future funding rounds

2. Founder Vesting: Terms for founder share vesting, typically included when founders retain significant ownership

3. Employee Share Option Pool: Details of ESOP structure and administration, if applicable

4. Strategic Investor Rights: Special rights for strategic investors, such as first right of refusal on commercial contracts

5. Industry-Specific Compliance: Additional provisions for regulated industries or specific compliance requirements

6. Intellectual Property Assignment: Specific IP transfer or licensing provisions, crucial for technology companies

7. Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation: Restrictions on competitive activities and employee solicitation

8. Follow-On Investment Rights: Rights of existing investors to participate in future funding rounds

1. Schedule 1: Capital Structure: Detailed breakdown of company's share capital pre and post-investment

2. Schedule 2: Warranties: Comprehensive list of company and founder warranties

3. Schedule 3: Company Information: Key company information including corporate documents, intellectual property, and material contracts

4. Schedule 4: Completion Requirements: Detailed list of documents and actions required for completion

5. Schedule 5: Reserved Matters: List of decisions requiring investor approval

6. Schedule 6: Management Accounts: Recent financial statements and management accounts

7. Appendix A: Form of Deed of Adherence: Template for new shareholders joining the agreement

8. Appendix B: Board Meeting Procedures: Procedures for board meetings and corporate governance

9. Appendix C: Conversion Rights: Details of any share conversion rights and procedures