Valuation
Startup Valuation
Independent 409A-style and pre-money valuations for early-stage companies.
Overview
Stage-appropriate valuations for seed through growth-stage companies — supporting fundraising, secondary transactions, ESOP and tax compliance.
What We Deliver
- Pre-money and post-money valuations
- Option pricing models
- 409A-style equity allocation
Scope of Work
- Cap-table analysis
- Scenario-weighted approaches
- Convertible / SAFE modelling
Methodology
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Engagement Scoping
Detailed scoping call to define objectives, deliverables, timeline and standards.
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Information Gathering
Secure document collection through the CIM Vault with role-based access controls.
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Analysis & Review
Senior-led analysis aligned with applicable international standards.
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Internal Quality Review
Independent partner review and quality assurance sign-off before issuance.
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Certified Deliverable
Signed, QR-verifiable deliverable issued through the CIM Certification Authority.
Deliverables
- Valuation report
- OPM workbook
Benefits
- Defensible ESOP pricing
- Investor-ready
- Tax-aligned
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an engagement typically take?
Most engagements complete within 2–6 weeks depending on scope, data availability and counterparty requirements.
Are CIM deliverables internationally recognised?
Yes. Work product is prepared under international professional standards and is QR-verifiable through the CIM Verification Center.
How are documents shared securely?
All exchanges occur in the encrypted CIM Document Vault with full audit trails.
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