Spark Festival - Sydney Angels x UTS Startups: Demystifying Term Sheets

Part of Spark Festival 2026, this practical workshop from Sydney Angels and UTS Startups takes the mystery out of term sheets and their role in early-stage investment. Join us for this in-person event with Richard Dale, Sydney Angels Committee member, to learn what term sheets are, why they matter, common terms to look out for, and how founders and investors can use them effectively. Whether you're a founder preparing to raise capital, an aspiring entrepreneur, an early-stage investor, or simply interested in understanding how startup investment works, this session will provide a practical introduction to term sheets and the thinking behind them. The session will cover: What is a term sheet? The role of term sheets in the investment process Why use a term sheet if it isn't legally binding? How to use term sheets effectively Common terms and why they're included Term sheets for different investment situations Q&A