Curt Sigfstead, CFO of Clio and expert in stock-based compensation, shares his insights into the complexities and evolution of SBC. He sheds light on aligning equity strategies with company growth and effectively communicating their value to potential hires. The conversation navigates the challenges CFOs face in fostering trust while raising capital and balancing professional and personal demands. Curt also discusses the intricate fundraising processes and the significance of transparent equity valuation, all while adding a dash of humor with quirky expense tales.

Ronnie Gurion, COO of Clio with a background at Uber, joins CFO Curt Sigfstead and board member Mark Britton, founder of Avvo. They discuss Clio’s record-breaking $900 million funding round and its implications for the legal tech industry. The trio dives into the rising interest from investors, industry consolidation, and the possibility of Clio going public. They highlight the transformative potential of legal tech, the challenges of scaling, and the importance of customer-centric innovation in navigating market demands.