Is founder decision advisory a licensed profession?
Not as one universally defined US occupational category; specific conduct may nevertheless be regulated. Securities, law, investment advice and other activities should be independently classified. Broker-Dealers — US SEC
Is the FTC national noncompete ban in force?
No. The FTC says its noncompete rule is not in effect and is not enforceable; state rules remain material. Noncompete Rule — Federal Trade Commission
Must my US-incorporated startup file BOI with FinCEN?
Current FinCEN guidance exempts entities created in the United States from the CTA BOI reporting requirement. Foreign-created entities registered to do business in the US need separate assessment. Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting — FinCEN
Can an unregistered adviser get a success fee for securing investors?
The SEC identifies transaction-based compensation and investor-finding as broker-dealer risk indicators. Have securities counsel review the actual activities and registration position before agreeing to such fees. Broker-Dealers — US SEC
Does an NDA make a founder coach legally privileged?
No general attorney-client privilege arises merely from an NDA with a coach. Contractual confidentiality may still be important, subject to legal exceptions and applicable law.
Has click-to-cancel been fully implemented across the US?
Do not assume so: the FTC records the vacatur of the 2024 overhaul and a March 2026 rulemaking request. State laws and contractual rules need separate checking. Negative Option Rule — FTC
Is NIST AI RMF a mandatory certification?
No, NIST describes the AI RMF as voluntary guidance. Use it as a practical risk checklist alongside actual contractual and legal requirements. NIST Generative AI Profile, AI RMF