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[CO-FOUNDER 1 NAME], residing at [ ADDRESS ] (hereinafter referred to as \"Co-Founder 1\")  \n2. [CO-FOUNDER 2 NAME], residing at [ ADDRESS ] (hereinafter referred to as \"Co-Founder 2\")  \n3. [CO-FOUNDER 3 NAME], residing at [ ADDRESS ] (hereinafter referred to as \"Co-Founder 3\")(collectively referred to as the \" Co-Founders \" and individually as a \"Co-Founder\")  \nWHEREAS, the Co-Founders wish to establish the terms and conditions that will govern their business relationship as founders of [COMPANY NAME], a company to be incorporated  \nunder the laws of [JURISDICTION] (hereinafter referred to as the\"Company\");  \nNOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein contained, the parties hereto agree as follows:  \n1. Roles and Responsibilities  \n1.1 Flexible Roles: The Co-Founders acknowledge and agree that the roles and responsibilities within the Company will be dynamic and subject to change as the business evolves. Each Co-Founder commits to adapting their role as necessary for the benefit of the Company.  \n1.2 Initial Role Allocation: Notwithstanding the flexible nature of the roles, the initial primary responsibilities of each Co-Founder shall be as follows:  \na ) Co-Founder 1 : [ DESCRIPTION OF INITIAL RESPONSIBILITIES] b) Co-Founder 2 : [ DESCRIPTION OF INITIAL RESPONSIBILITIES]  \nc ) Co-Founder 3 : [ DESCRIPTION OF INITIAL RESPONSIBILITIES]  \n1.3 Duty to Company Success: Each Co-Founder hereby affirms and agrees that their primary and overriding obligation shall be to promote and ensure the success of the Company. This obligation shall take precedence over individual interests or preferences in all business-related decisions and actions.  \n1.4 Periodic Review: The Co-Founders shall conduct quarterly reviews of the allocation of roles and responsibilities to ensure optimal alignment with the Company's needs and each  \nCo-Founder's strengths.  \n1.5 Conflict Resolution: In the event of any disagreement regarding roles or responsibilities, the Co-Founders shall attempt to resolve the matter through good faith discussions. If a resolution  \n[www.infozion.in](www.infozion.in)  \ncannot be reached, the matter shall be escalated to EWOR or addressed through the dispute resolution process outlined in Section 9 of this Agreement.  \n2. Equity Distribution  \n2.1 Initial Equity Allocation: The total equity of the Company shall be divided among the CoFounders as follows:  \na) Co-Founder 1 : [ PERCENTAGE]%  \nb) Co-Founder 2 : [ PERCENTAGE]%  \nc) Co-Founder 3 : [ PERCENTAGE]%  \n2.2 Equity Type: The equity shall be in the form of common stock of the Company. 2.3 Issuance  \nof Shares: The Company shall issue the appropriate number of shares to  \neach Co-Founder reflecting the above percentages upon incorporation of the Company or as soon as practicable thereafter. 2.4 Transfer Restrictions: No Co-Founder shall sell,  \ntransfer, assign, pledge, or  \notherwise dispose of or encumber any of their shares or any right or interest therein, whether voluntarily or by operation of law, except in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement and any applicable shareholders' agreement.  \n2.5 Dilution: The Co-Founders acknowled","cbCaifYfAqxM5bWV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaifYfAqxM5bWV","pdf",5837304,"English","# Roles & Responsibilities\n# Equity Distribution\n# Vesting Schedule\n# Intellectual Property Rights\n# Time Commitment\n# Compensation\n# Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation\n# Dispute Resolution\n# Exit Provisions (Voluntary and Involuntary)\n# Death or Incapacity Clause\n# Future Funding Expectations\n# Expenses and Reimbursement Policy\n# Amendment Process\n# Termination of Agreement\n# Severability\n# Governing Law and Jurisdiction","[{\"question\":\"What does the agreement require regarding founders’ roles and responsibilities?\",\"answer\":\"Roles and responsibilities are flexible and may evolve as the business changes. 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