If a player does not draw cards, he may attempt to make a deal based on the current board position. Notations on the board dictate which investors must be involved to close the deal, as well as the number of shares that will pay out.
If a player fails to draw cards, he may attempt to make a deal based on the current board position.  The notations on the board specify which investors are required to participate in the deal and the number of shares that will be paid out.