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Recent public discourse and media coverage have highlighted misconduct in and by startups, revealing a complex landscape where innovation and rapid scaling sometimes transgress ethical and legal standards. High- profile cases have brought to light issues such as misrepresentation of product capabilities, financial fraud, and employee mistreatment. These instances are not isolated cases but rather indicators of a systemic problem within the startup ecosystem. Startups, often under pressure to achieve rapid growth and satisfy investors, may neglect essential ethical guidelines and regulatory frameworks. This behavior not only threatens their long-term viability but also poses significant risks to stakeholders and the broader industry. This symposium includes diverse research focused on misconduct in the context of starups. It illuminates widespread issues propelled by investor expectations, operational pressures, and the unique dynamics in startups. The collective research offers insights into the external perceptions and structural pressures faced by startups, leading to ethical dilemmas. These studies provide a thorough understanding of the risks and consequences of misconduct in startups, considering both internal and broader industry contexts. The findings underscore the need for a holistic approach in evaluating and mitigating risks in the startup sector, taking into account not just the actions of individual startups but also the wider effects of industry practices and perceptions. Shooting for the Stars in the Venture Funding Ecosystem: An Opportunity for Startup Misconduct? Author: Natasha Overmeyer; Stanford Graduate School of Business Silence of the Lambs: The Effects of Misconduct on Entrepreneurial Venture Outcomes Author: SHREEKANTH MAHENDIRAN; HEC Lausanne - UNIL Startups and Misconduct: An Exploratory Study Author: Salem Alsanousi; London Business School [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]