b'Chapter 28How to Run Your CompanyWhat happens after you raise the money? You must comply with state laws, securities laws, tax laws and general business practices while you run your company. This chapter provides some of the basics you need to follow.First and foremost, you must operate the company in compliance with your governing documents. Failing to abide by your documents is one of the biggestmistakesissuersmake,andthebiggestreasonmanagersget removed or lawsuits get filed.Ifyouneedtodeviatefromyouroperatingagreement,youneed permission from your investors so youd better have a good reason, and you need to call a meeting and explain it.Obtain Your Federal Employer Identification Number After your company is formed, you will need to obtain your federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). This nine-digit number is assigned by the IRS to establish your tax account. You will need this number in order to open a U.S. bank account in the name of your company and to submit your annual tax filings to the IRS. You can only obtain one EIN per day per responsible party.If you live in the United States and your business has a responsible party with a Social Security number, you may instantaneously obtain your EIN 265'