The issue is whether these activities rise to the level of employment, that is, providing a service in exchange for some type of compensation or benefit or real

The issue is whether these activities rise to the level of employment, that is, providing a service in exchange for some type of compensation or benefit or really anything of value. The main issues arise when the investor or advisor owns a piece of the company invested in or advised. The specifics very much matter, however, so send me an email if you would like to discuss.