Promoters

/prəˈmoʊtərz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Individuals who take preliminary steps to form a corporation, including arranging capital and favoring incorporation.
    The promoters negotiated with investors before the company was legally formed.

Forms

  • promoter

Commentary

Promoters incur preliminary liabilities and fiduciary duties prior to corporate formation, distinct from directors or officers post-incorporation.

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