Companies like Airbnb, Facebook, and SpaceX have managed to stay under the control of their founders through a combination of factors. These include the founders' vision and leadership, the structure of the company's shares, and the terms of investment deals. Founders often retain control by holding a majority of the company's voting shares or through dual-class share structures that give them more voting power. Additionally, the terms of investment deals can also play a role in determining control. If the founders negotiate well, they can retain more control even as they take on more investors.
Ever wondered why some companies stay under the control of their founders, while others shift into t...
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