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In this episode of Brief Encounters, Richard is joined by Daniel Glazer, Partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati in London and a leading advisor to UK tech companies expanding into the US.Together, they explore the realities of scaling across the Atlantic — from the cultural divide in venture capital and the complexities of US fundraising to the legal hurdles founders face when hiring or contracting stateside.Daniel shares hard-won insights on US market entry, including what UK companies often underestimate, how to approach litigation risk, and why understanding market norms is essential to avoid costly missteps.The conversation also touches on aligning with US investors, adapting business practices for American customers, and how to plan expansion strategies with intention - not urgency.Whether you're a founder looking at your next potential move or a legal leader advising high-growth clients, this episode is packed with practical guidance for going global.Daniel's links:Wilson Sonsini: https://www.wsgr.com/en/people/daniel-glazer.html#experienceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcglazer/
Send us a textIn this episode, I speak with Daniel Glazer, founding partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office and a leading expert on helping UK and European tech and life sciences companies expand into the U.S. Daniel has advised numerous high-growth companies on U.S. market entry, fundraising, and M&A. He is a recognized leader in transatlantic innovation and has partnered with major organizations like Founders Forum and SelectUSA to support U.S. expansion efforts. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I enjoyed sitting down with him!You can learn more about Daniel and his incredibly impressive background here Daniel Glazer | Wilson SonsiniThis season is dedicated Tahmina's dearest mentor, and immigration lawyer extraordinaire Joel Paget who passed away. You can read about his incredible life story here. May his legacy continue for generations. Special thanks to our season sponsor, Pinnacle Plan Writing for making these episodes possible. You can visit their website at https://www.pinnacleplanwriting.com/The Startup Visa podcast series is produced and edited by Tamanna Jahan and Sana Dawa. The startup visa series is intended to be your toolbox for the success of your immigration journey. Together with this podcast, we invite you to read Tahmina's The Startup Visa Book series.Here is a link to her bestselling visa guide book: The Startup Visa: U.S. Immigration Visa Guide for Startups and Founders: Watson, Tahmina, Doughty, Caroline, Buhain, Venice, Vos, Troy: 9781735758572: Amazon.com: BooksHere is her policy book: The Startup Visa: Key to Job Growth & Economic Prosperity in America: Watson, Tahmina, Turnbull, Lornet, Feld, Brad: 9781735758534: Amazon.com: BooksBe sure to follow us on our website www.watsonimmigrationlaw.com and Tahmina's author page on Amazon Amazon Author page and her author website www.tahminawatson.com. Sign to our blog- and connect with us on on social media:LinkedIn - Watson Immigration Law and Tahmina WatsonTwitter - @TahminaTalksInstagram - @TahminaTalksFacebook - Find us at watsonimmigrationlaw.com
Unlock the secrets to successful transatlantic startup expansion with insights from Dan Glazer, the dynamic leader of the US Expansion Group at Wilson Sonsini's London office. Listen to Dan's personal narrative of moving from the US to the UK and his early love affair with London, as well as his instrumental role in initiatives like Tech Nation and the British American Project. Navigate the intricacies of raising venture capital across borders as Dan shares strategies for smoothing cross-border deals through integrated legal teams and the importance of training dual-qualified lawyers. Discover how the influx of American venture funds into London is changing the fundraising landscape for UK and European startups, and learn key tactics to attract US-based investors, including the critical role of having a strong product market fit in the US. Explore the nuances of global venture capital and the strategic considerations for expanding into the US, from the location of talent and proximity to customers, to cost implications and managing teams across time zones. Dan underscores the transformative potential of AI, paralleling it to the dot-com era, and offers practical advice for startups aiming to build a transatlantic presence. In this episode, you'll hear about: Strategies for raising venture capital across borders Market size impact on early stage fundraising Signals to raise from US investors at an early stage 8 considerations for US business location Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: Wilson Sonsini's US Expansion and Fundraising FAQ link: https://medium.com/@daniel.glazer/u-s-expansion-and-fundraising-a-comprehensive-faq-3bf143cd5249 Website: www.wsgr.com Social Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcglazer/ Email: daniel.glazer@wsgr.com Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 139: Why Choose the L-1 for Startups with Nadia Zaidi Episode 162: From Earth to Orbit: A Dialogue on Startups, Export Control, and Space Law with Bailey Reichelt Episode 165: Foreign Roots to Silicon Valley Heights: The Exit Journey of International Founder Alfonso de la Nuez Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Alcorn Academy course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code EAB20 for 20% off the enrollment fee.
Today, less than 10% of Fortune 500 companies are considered to be tech companies. We are still at the beginning of the tech opportunity. You don't have to be a technologist to benefit from this rising tide. If you work in professional services and wondering which client niche to pick, the tech sector is a very good bet. There will be new companies being formed and bought, stock market IPOs and licensing deals to be made. As the tech sector grows, innovators and their investors will need to work with lawyers, bankers and accountants. They will chose those who understand the industry. If you want that to be you, listen to this episode and come to our free class for lawyers. In this episode, you will learn from Daniel Glazer, Managing Partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office. Wilson Sonsini specialises in advising tech companies and venture capitalists, and has its origins in Silicon Valley. In this episode you will learn: The difference between a lawyer and a strategic advisor What lawyers need to know about tech to advise tech clients What kind of help lawyers offer start-ups as they grow Differences between the US and UK legal systems FREE Class: Get Tech Clients! Introduction to Tech for Lawyers --- To discuss a corporate training program for your organisation, book a consultation call here. Happy clients include Blackstone x Techstars Launchpad, Oxford University and Constellation Brands. --- We love hearing from our readers and listeners. So if you have questions about the content or working with us, just get in touch on info@techfornontechies.co Say hi to Sophia on Twitter and follow her on LinkedIn. Following us on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will make you smarter.
LEIGH RICHARDSON JOINS DAWN LIVE! LEIGH EXPANDS ON THE LATEST REPORTS AND THE IMPACTS ON YOUR BRAIN AND MENTAL HEALTH Her take on the SEPTA Shootings and dealing with Trauma... SPRING AHEAD - HOW CAN YOU PREPARE YOUR BODY AND INNER CLOCKS ADJUST TO THE TIME CHANGE? 47% OF US RESIDENTS REPORT "HIGH SATISFACTION" WITH THE STATE OF THEIR LIVES - ONLY ONE POINT HIGHER THAN THE RECORD LOW - HOW CAN WE PIVOT? POPCORN BRAIN REPORTS - THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON YOUR ATTENTION SPAN ON A DAILY BASIS AS A WHOLE... SECRET TO CURING YOUR DEPRESSION IS "RIGHT UNDER YOUR NOSE"? WHAT SCENTS HELP TREAT DEPRESSION? (Axios)On Sunday, we "spring ahead" to daylight saving time, even though many sleep experts wish we wouldn't.Why it matters: Members of health groups favor standard time over daylight saving time because they say it's more aligned with our body clocks... What they're saying: "Research shows that the abrupt seasonal shift in time disrupts circadian rhythms, leading to sleep disturbances, increased fatigue and even a heightened risk of heart attacks and strokes," says James Rowley, president of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He adds that right after the clocks shift in March, there's "a spike in workplace accidents, road accidents and medical errors due to sleep deprivation and cognitive impairment."Zoom in: Daylight saving time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday, when clocks are set forward one hour. How can we help our inner body clocks adjust to the time change? Brain Health Coach and Consultant Leigh Richardson, PhD, can weigh in on this. Her initial focus was on organizational behavior. She shifted to human behavior in 2003 after her son suffered a traumatic brain injury. Leigh has also been in ICU twice with brain injury. All of this fueled her need to understand how the brain works or why it doesn't work. (Gallup)For just the third time in more than two decades, less than half of Americans say they are “very satisfied” with the way things are going in their personal lives. The 47% of U.S. adults expressing high satisfaction with their lives has edged down three percentage points over the past year and is only one point higher than the 2011 record low for the trend... However, some groups of U.S. adults are still registering majority-level high satisfaction with their lives, including higher-income, married, more religious, college educated, older Americans and Democrats...(This data comes from) Gallup's Jan. 2-22, 2024, Mood of the Nation poll. Read more. What is driving this trend - and what can we do to improve our outlook? Is it as simple as counting our blessings? For perspective, turn to someone who devotes her life to studying the brain and its impact on our behavior. Brain Health Coach and Consultant Leigh Richardson, PhD, says her initial focus was on organizational behavior. She shifted to human behavior in 2003 after her son suffered a traumatic brain injury. Leigh has also been in ICU twice with brain injury. All of this fueled her need to understand how the brain works or why it doesn't work. A licensed professional counselor, Leigh is founder of The Brain Performance Center in Dallas. She is also the author of Turn Your Brain On to Get Your Game On: The How, What, Why to Peak Performance. You are welcome to contact Leigh directly: Brain Health Coach and Consultant Leigh Richardson, PhDLicensed Professional Counselor;Founder, The Brain Performance Center (New York Post)This may seem corny — but if you are feeling overwhelmed by the non-stop pace of digital media and find yourself struggling to concentrate on a single task or thought, you may have “popcorn brain.”“Popcorn brain refers to the tendency for our attention and focus to jump quickly from one thing to another, like popping corn kernels,” clinical psychologist Dr. Daniel Glazer told Metro UK last week... Psychologist Dannielle Haig told Glamour UK last week that excessively scrolling and browsing through new posts, alerts, engagements, and advertisements triggers a small dopamine release that rewards the brain and fuels the cycle. “Over time, this constant demand for attention and the rapid switching between tasks can lead to a feeling of mental restlessness or the brain ‘bouncing around' as it struggles to maintain focus on any one task for an extended period,” Haig explained. Research by the University of California at Irvine determined that the average attention span on any screen before switching to something else decreased from 2.5 minutes in 2004 to 75 seconds in 2012 to 47 seconds nowadays... The constant digital stimulation appears to be affecting brain performance. Research suggests that neural pathways in the brain “are being rerouted or adapted to accommodate the demands of multitasking and rapid information processing,” Haig says, which may come at the expense of being able to “engage deeply and thoughtfully with content, potentially impacting learning, memory, and emotional regulation over time.” She warns that “popcorn brain” can negatively affect social interactions, patience, emotional well-being, and productivity while increasing anxiety and the potential for burnout. Read more. For advice on how you can ease the impact of "popcorn brain," turn to someone whose mission in life is "Enhancing your brain daily." Brain Health Coach and Consultant Leigh Richardson, PhD, says her initial focus was on organizational behavior. She shifted to human behavior in 2003 after her son suffered a traumatic brain injury. Leigh has also been in ICU twice with brain injury. All of this fueled her need to understand how the brain works or why it doesn't work. (New York Post)The secret to curing depression is right under your nose, according to a new study.Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh learned that smells are more effective than words in evoking positive memories, which could help people with depression get out of negative thought patterns. Read more. NBC News: The study included 32 adults with clinical depression. Participants were asked to sniff 24 odor samples from glass jars, which could be pleasant, neutral or unpleasant. The scents included orange, lavender, vanilla extract, cumin, whiskey, red wine, ketchup, cough syrup, disinfectant and shoe polish. Participants were then asked to share a specific memory from their life in response to those cues. The researchers conducted the same exercise using 24 words that described each smell. Around 68% of the participants could recall specific memories in response to the odors, whereas only 52% could recall specific memories after hearing words out loud. Memories triggered by smells were also more vivid than memories triggered by words. How could this impact treating people who suffer from depression? Brain Health Coach and Consultant Leigh Richardson, PhD, expands on all of this. Her initial focus was on organizational behavior. She shifted to human behavior in 2003 after her son suffered a traumatic brain injury. Leigh has also been in ICU twice with brain injury. All of this fueled her need to understand how the brain works or why it doesn't work. Tune in weekdays 10 AM - 12 PM EST on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT; or on the Audacy app!
Tech.eu had a chance to sit down with Daniel Glazer, managing partner of the London office of American tech law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, as he was passing through Brussels.Glazer has been in the tech game for a while, knows a thing or two about what a crisis looks like, and shared his views on how he thinks the general market downturn and economic crisis will affect the European tech ecosystem in the short and long run.We discussed the current (worrying) state of the ecosystem, of course, using the Atomico report on the 'State of European Tech' as reference.We also talked about what the future might bring for both founders and investors, and why a tech-specific law firm like Wilson Sonsini doesn't need to necessarily worry about wanting for work even during a downturn.
If you're thinking about targeting the US market with your startup or to scale up business, do you have a US expansion plan? Don't miss Daniel Glazer, an American technology lawyer and strategic business adviser, and founding partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office on this episode. If you're confused as to why you would need legal support so early in the process, Daniel explains the difference between hiring a lawyer in the UK and hiring a lawyer in the US, in particular why having lawyers attached to companies is a much more strategic decision in the early life of a US business. But mostly what Daniel talks about in this latest episode of The Melting Pot is US expansion - M&A, moving your HQ to the US, raising money in the US, or wanting to do an IPO on one of the stock exchanges in North America. Honestly, nobody knows more about how to launch into the US as a European technology business than Daniel. So if the US is where you're heading, download and listen to this episode. Book recommendations Venture Deals - Brad FeldOn today's podcast:Difference between US and UK approach to legal adviceWhy businesses seek US expansionWhat you need to trade in the US8 primary considerations for companies considering setting up in the USWhen's the right time to go?Links:Twitter – @DanielCGlazerLinkedIn – Daniel GlazerWebsite – Daniel Glazer | Wilson Sonsini
In this episode of Lessons I Learned in Law, Scott Brown speaks to Daniel Glazer.Daniel is an American technology lawyer, strategic business advisor, and the Managing Partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office. Dan advises high-growth UK/European technology and life sciences companies on raising capital in the US and UK/Europe, expanding their businesses into US markets, and connecting with investors, corporates, and advisors.Daniel shares the three lessons he has learned in law including:Building a career in the law is like building a start-up.Luck is preparation meeting opportunity.Strive to find a career at the intersection of what you are good at, what you enjoy doing, what allows you to earn sufficient compensation and what creates value for society. Dan was appointed as a GlobalScot trade advisor by the Scottish Government. Scott and Dan have a bit of fun discusising all things Scottish Football related!! Presented by Scott Brown of Heriot Brown Legal Recruitment.Follow Heriot Brown:Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | InstagramThis episode of Lessons I Learned in Law is brought to you by Beamery.Beamery is an AI-powered talent platform, designed to hire candidates faster, develop the skills of your workforce, and increase employee retention.Find out more at Beamery.com
Daniel Glazer, founding partner of Wilson Sonisi's London office, explains why British startups fail in the USA, and how they might achieve growth. We challenge our relationship with the technology sector, and gain great insight along the way from a virtual Silicon Valley.
Today we're speaking to Daniel Glazer an American technology lawyer, strategic business advisor, and the founding partner of Wilson Sonsini's London office. Working out of London, he advises companies from the UK and Europe that moving into their US life cycle.
Today we’re speaking to Daniel Glazer about scaling tech companies from across the Atlantic into the US. Wilson Sonsini is the leading provider of legal services to technology and life sciences clients. For nearly six... The post Daniel Glazer. The British Invasion: Scaling Tech Companies from the UK into the US appeared first on Up Next.
This is a new format where I bring experts from different fields to have a roundtable discussion on a particular topic. Today we speak about the state of transatlantic tech and what you should be thinking about if you’re looking to expand internationally. Note that this was recorded late Dec 2016 just before President Trump came into office. MY 3 GUESTS: (1) Daniel Glazer – partner at Silicon Valley-headquartered law firm, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he leads the New York office’s Technology Transactions practice. He also helps lead WSGR’s US Expansion practice, advising UK and other non-US technology companies on US expansion (2) Pru Ashby – head of North America at London & Partners who are the official promotional company for London. She works on attracting and advising US companies to set up and grow in London (3) Alliott Cole – director at Octopus Ventures, one of Europe’s largest venture capital teams. Some of their investments include: Secret Escapes, yPlan, Zoopla, Swiftkey (sold for $250M to Microsoft) & Lovefilm (sold to Amazon for $200M) FIVE THINGS TO LISTEN OUT FOR: (1) Similarities and differences between US and UK/European markets (2) Startup ecosystem post-brexit (3) Future outlook under a Trump presidency (4) How do you structure an expansion into US or Europe (5) What companies have done this well? TIME STAMPS [3m21s] Intros [6m16s] State of UK post brexit [18m49s] Investment growth in London since 2010 [19m28s] It takes 10.2yrs for companies to IPO on average [20m23s] Has the market overreacted to Brexit? [23m9s] Mood post US election [24m16s] How will entrepreneurs think about globalisation [30m9s] Similarities and differences in business culture in US vs UK [42m11s] Recommendations on hiring people in US when you’re a startup [43m35s] How do you structure an expansion [48m27s] Where do you start your first US office [51m41s] When do you know it’s the right time to move [58m36] Examples of companies that have done a good job of expanding [1hr6m] What do companies struggle with when they move [1hr14m] What should US companies think about when expanding to UK [1hr18m] Looking forward Sign up for exclusive content, giveaways and my email updates: https://www.creatorlab.fm/subscribe Connect on social: https://www.instagram.com/creatorlabfm https://www.facebook.com/creatorlabfm https://www.twitter.com/creatorlabfm https://www.snapchat.com/add/creatorlabfm Connect with Bilal: https://www.twitter.com/bzaidi https://www.instagram.com/bzaidi212
Daniel Glazer co-leads Fried Frank's Tech Group and is resident in the firm’s London and New York offices. Dan focuses on technology transactions, including complex licensing, outsourcing, and services arrangements. He also advises UK, Irish and other non-US companies on US expansion and US fundraising. Dan works closely with investors and governmental agencies, as well as accelerators such as Techstars, Barclays, Seedcamp, Microsoft Ventures, Wayra, MassChallengeUK, Startupbootcamp FinTech, Dassault, CyLon and Ignite. The American Lawyer honored Dan as its 2015 Transatlantic Innovator of the Year. London's Tech City News named Dan a top "Community Connector" and The New York Law Journal selected him as one of its inaugural under-40 "Rising Stars." Chambers USA, Legal 500, and similar publications regularly recognize Dan as a leading transactional lawyer. Dan is a member of Tech London Advocates and was appointed by the Scottish Government to the GlobalScot network of Scottish business advocates. He is also a frequent speaker and author; his publications include "Coming to America: The Legal Basics" (http://bit.ly/1oylzqw), and Practical Law Company’s primary resources on data licensing and on IP/IT issues in M&A transactions. He also is a member of PLC's IP/IT Advisory Board.
Daniel Glazer who leads the Technology practice at the global law firm Fried FrankSince 2012 he's split his time 50/50 between London & NYC advising companies from early-stage start-ups to the Fortune 100He has a particular focus on helping London and UK-based high-growth startups and scale-ups with US expansion, US investment and US commercial matters, and helping US VCs and corporates better access and engage with the London tech community.