Vestd

Vestd is an advanced digital platform provided by Vestd Ltd. According to the vendor, it is designed to assist companies of all sizes, from startups to large enterprises, in designing, launching, and managing employee share schemes. The platform is utilized by various professionals and industries, including founders, CFOs, HR teams, accountants, and investors.

Key Features

Employee share schemes: According to the vendor, Vestd enables companies to easily set up and manage share schemes, allowing them to share ownership with their team. The product offers various scheme types, including EMI schemes, growth shares, and unapproved options.

Companies House integration: Vestd has a direct integration with Companies House, the UK's official registrar of companies. The integration eliminates the need for paperwork and manual updates, ensuring accurate and compliant share scheme records.

Guided scheme design: Vestd offers a fully guided service for designing share schemes. Companies can receive expert support and guidance throughout the process, helping them determine the right type of scheme and set specific conditions for recipients.

Cap table management: Vestd provides cap table management tools that enable companies to easily track their share ownership and equity distribution. The platform automatically updates the cap table whenever shares are issued or transferred, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.

SEIS/EIS advance assurance: Vestd supports companies in obtaining advance assurance for the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) and Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS). The product guides companies through the application process, helping them offer tax benefits to investors and attract more investment.

Portfolio dashboards: Vestd offers portfolio dashboards that provide a comprehensive view of all share schemes and equity holdings. Companies can monitor and manage their share schemes from a centralized dashboard, making informed decisions about their equity management.

Equity management & company secretarial: Vestd provides tools for managing equity-related documents, such as shareholder agreements and option agreements. The platform streamlines company secretarial tasks, ensuring compliance and efficiency in managing equity-related matters.