Thanks for quick and informative reply. I talked to founders; they did mention that some acceleration in conjuncture of retention package is in works. And I h

Thanks for quick and informative reply. I talked to founders; they did mention that some acceleration in conjuncture of retention package is in works. And I have a double trigger acceleration in place as well. So I am thinking of Option 3; but I don't know how practical that might be; given acquirer may want to put earn out in place. From valuation point of view; our product is compelling on paper but dont have much traction; so the biggest question I have is can that be big. A good team and decent product. If I compare offers; 5 times return on original investment will break me even in terms of my offer with new company and their valuation. So is it likely to get 5 times return in this kind of acquisition. I also have one more question; will my departure negatively impact the acquisition of company as I am one of three core engineers and joined at very early stage.