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Startup Funding Espresso – Testing Your Ideas at Low Cost

Testing Your Ideas at Low Cost Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. It’s important to validate your startup ideas. Here’s a list of low-cost methods to do so: Search…

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Startup Funding Espresso – The Acid Test of Startup Ideation

The Acid Test of Startup Ideation Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. It’s easy to generate startup ideas. It takes work to research and validate them. Once you qualify…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Identify Your Startup Idea Advantages

Identify Your Startup Idea Advantages Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In validating your startup idea look for these advantages: Does your idea resonate with the…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Start With the Problem

Start With the Problem Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Good startup ideas don’t come by looking for startup ideas. They come when you find yourself saying…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Where to Focus Your Startup Ideas

Where to Focus Your Startup Ideas Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In searching for startup ideas here are some key points to consider: Start with a current solution…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Questions to Test Your Startup Ideas

Questions to Test Your Startup Ideas Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. After startup ideation comes to the testing phase. It’s important to test your startup idea…

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Investor Connect – 740 – Judah Taub of Hetz Ventures

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Judah Taub, Managing Partner at Hetz Ventures. Hetz Ventures was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tel Aviv with additional partners operating out of London. Hetz Ventures is a leading Israeli…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Tracking Your Startup Ideation Progress

Tracking Your Startup Ideation Progress Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. It’s important to track your progress in startup ideation. Metrics should be used from the…

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Startup Funding Espresso – Signs of a Great Startup Idea

Signs of a Great Startup Idea Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In reviewing startup ideas for your business here is a list of signs pointing to good ones: Growth –…

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Startup Funding Espresso — The False Pretenders

The False Pretenders Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Emerging technology markets bring several challenges to the investor. These markets are new and cutting edge but…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Portfolio Tracking

Portfolio Tracking Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running a VC fund, you’ll need to set up a system for portfolio management. You’ll need to provide quarterly…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Find Startup Ideas

How to Find Startup Ideas Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There are several ways to find startup ideas. Here are three methods to consider for your ideation efforts:…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Impact Investing Metrics

Impact Investing Metrics Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Many VC funds have impact investing as a part of the investment thesis. Impact investing takes into account…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How Startup Ideation Works

How Startup Ideation Works Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup ideation is a key step to building a successful company. Here are the key steps to generate good…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Key Performance Metrics

Key Performance Metrics Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running a fund, you’ll need to track key performance metrics. Metrics should cover performance at all…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Cost of Running a Fund

Cost of Running a Fund Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running a VC fund, there will be costs to cover.  Here’s a list of key costs to include in your pro…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Investment Returns on a VC Fund

Investment Returns on a VC Fund Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In a VC fund, limited partners look for greater returns. The risks are higher, and the hold times are…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Compensation

Compensation Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up a VC fund, you’ll need to determine compensation for the partners and team members. Most funds use the 2%…

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Investor Connect – 739 – Luigi Amati of META

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Luigi Amati, Chairman at META. META is an international advisory and investment firm dedicated to the creation of knowledge-intensive companies. The group’s main activities are research results…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How Many Partners?

How Many Partners? Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up a VC fund, it’s important to select the right number of general partners for the fund. Most funds…

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Investor Connect – 738 – Guy Remond of EHE Capital

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Guy Remond, Co-founder and Partner at EHE Capital. Headquartered in Altrincham, England, EHE Capital Limited is a highly efficient tech-led private equity organisation with a genuine focus on…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Fund Managing Skills

Fund Managing Skills Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In choosing a manager for a VC fund, look for the following skills: Ability to raise funding from Limited…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Conflicts of Interest

Conflicts of Interest Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up a VC fund, beware of conflicts of interest. Funds associated with other groups such as…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Communicating With LPs

Communicating With LPs Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In launching a VC fund, you’ll need to set up ongoing communication with the Limited Partners called LPs. It…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Sourcing Deal Flow for the Fund

Sourcing Deal Flow for the Fund Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running a VC fund, you’ll need to set up deal flow sources and run screening processes. First,…

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Investor Connect – 737 – Wen Zhang of INNW Institute and Host of If Not Now, Wen, Podcast

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Wen Zhang, Fundraising and Startup Advisor, Pitch Expert, Professional Speaker, Founder and CEO of INNW Institute, and Host of “If Not Now, Wen, Podcast.”  Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Team Skills Required

Team Skills Required Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up your VC fund, you’ll need to build a team that can make it successful. Here are the critical…

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Investor Connect – 736 – Jay Cormier of Eyedaptic

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Jay Cormier, Founder and CEO of Eyedaptic. Headquartered in Orange County, California, Eyedaptic offers a comfortable wearable device that uses proprietary vision-enhancing software that effectively…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Designing the Fund

Designing the Fund Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up your VC Fund, you’ll need to consider the structure and philosophy behind it. Here are some key…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Fund Reporting

Fund Reporting Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In setting up your VC Fund, you’ll need legal and accounting support. Look for providers who have done the work…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Accounting and Governance

Accounting and Governance Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There are specific rules for the governance of a VC Fund. The limited partners must be accredited investors….

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Investor Connect – 735 – Drew Glover of FiatGrowth

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Drew Glover, Managing Director at FiatGrowth. FiatGrowth is a $15 million venture capital fund specializing in early-stage funding for fintech companies that are striving to provide social good for…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Track and Report Results

How to Track and Report Results Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel group, it’s important to capture and report the investment results to the…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Manage the Diligence Teams

How to Manage the Diligence Teams Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel group, managing the diligence process is key to successfully funding…

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Investor Connect – 734 – Ipshita Mandal-Johnson and Giorgio Reggiani of Global Bio Fund

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Dr. Ipshita Mandal-Johnson, Co-founder and CEO, and Giorgio Reggiani, Co-founder and CFO at Global Bio Fund. GBF is a value-capital fund with a gender smart lens investing in bio sectors, including…

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Startup Funding Espresso — VC Fund Core Documents

VC Fund Core Documents Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising a fund, you’ll need to set up the legal documents that define how and when the limited partners…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Investing in Startups

Startup Boards — Investing in Startups Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There’s an old angel saying, “Angels like to have a little fun, do a little good, and make…

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Startup Funding Espresso — 3X in 3 Terms Sheets

Startup Boards — 3X in 3 Terms Sheets Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. The biggest challenge in investing in startups is finding the exit.   Time value of…

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Investor Connect – 733 – Mike Jarmuz of Lightning Ventures

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Mike Jarmuz, General Partner at Lightning Ventures. Headquartered in NYC, NYC, Lightning Ventures is an exclusively Bitcoin-focused network of investors, operators, and developers, dedicated to…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Foundation for Startup Investing

Startup Boards — Foundation for Startup Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup investing is a risky business. Not all the investments will work…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Becoming an Angel Investor

Startup Boards — Becoming an Angel Investor Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. For those who want to become an angel investor to fund startups, here are some key steps:…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Where Does the Angel Play?

Where Does the Angel Play? Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. So, what startups do angel investors pursue? Angel investors invest in high-growth startups, most often…

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Investor Connect – 732 – Gordon Henry of Winning on Main Street Podcast and Thryv

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Gordon Henry, Host of Winning on Main Street Podcast and Chief Strategy Officer at Thryv. Winning on Main Street Podcast is geared towards helping small businesses with tips and knowledge to run their…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Startup Investor Skills — Managing the Portfolio

Startup Boards — Startup Investor Skills — Managing the Portfolio Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup investors need to hone their skills in order to succeed…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Startup Investor Skills — Accessing Financial Capital

Startup Boards — Startup Investor Skills — Accessing Financial Capital Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup investors need to hone their skills in order to…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Startup Investor Skills — Evaluating the Product & Markets

Startup Boards — Startup Investor Skills — Evaluating the Product & Markets Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup investors need to hone their skills in order…

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Investor Connect – 731 – Joseph O’Bell of Moontower Business Podcast

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Joseph O’Bell, Attorney, Founder of Vineyard Sun LLC, and Host of the Moontower Business Podcast. The Moontower Business Podcast was launched when the pandemic started. The goal was to showcase…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Startup Investor Skills — Evaluating the Team

Startup Boards — Startup Investor Skills — Evaluating the Team Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Startup investors need to hone their skills in order to succeed over…

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Startup Funding Espresso — 3X in 3 Term Sheet Walkthrough

Startup Boards — 3X in 3 Term Sheet Walkthrough Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. The TEN Capital Early Exit term sheet includes a 3X redemption right, giving the…

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Investor Connect – 730 – Ian Brown of Yield Coach

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Ian A. Brown, Attorney, Appraiser, Florida Real Estate Broker, and Founder of Yield Coach. Located in Jacksonville, Florida, Yield Coach is a real estate thought-leadership platform with both…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Perform Diligence in a Group

Startup Boards — How to Perform Diligence in a Group Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In performing due diligence in a group of investors, it helps to assign roles…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Know Your Why

Startup Boards — Know Your Why Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. For startup investing, it’s important to know why you are investing beyond the monetary gain. …

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Investor Connect – 729 – Phil Blows of AQRU

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Phil Blows, Founder and CEO at AQRU, and author of “The Money Triangle.” Headquartered in London, England, AQRU is a business that specializes in helping institutional and retail customers earn…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Building Your Entrepreneur Ecosystem

Startup Boards — Building Your Entrepreneur Ecosystem Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. I have found a number of investors want to build their entrepreneur community…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Early Exit FAQ

Startup Boards — Early Exit FAQ Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. It’s easy to get into a startup investment, but it can be hard to get out.  An Early Exit deal…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Why Use an Early Exit Deal Structure

Startup Boards — Why Use an Early Exit Deal Structure Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In startup funding, 65% of the investments after three years are still in…

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Investor Connect – 728 – Tim Cooley of Park City Angels

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Tim Cooley, Executive Director at Park City Angels and author of the #1 best-selling book on raising capital, “The Pitch Deck Book.” The Park City Angels are a group of 50+ accredited investors…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Early Exit Deal Structure

Startup Boards — Early Exit Deal Structure Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Investing in startups is risky. One way to reduce the risk is to define the exit. …

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Startup Funding Espresso — Diligence Process – Domain

Startup Boards — Diligence Process – Team Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Before investing in a startup, it’s important to review the diligence documents, so you…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Diligence Process – Team

Startup Boards — Diligence Process – Team Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Before investing in a startup, it’s important to review the diligence documents, so you…

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Investor Connect – 727 – Corey Kupfer of DealQuest, DealQuest podcast & Kupfer & Associates, PLLC

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Corey Kupfer, Founder at DealQuest, Host of the DealQuest podcast, Founder and Managing Principal at Kupfer & Associates, and Author of “Authentic Negotiating.” Corey founded DealQuest to…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Diligence Process – Documentation

Startup Boards — Diligence Process – Documentation Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Before investing in a startup, it’s important to review the diligence documents,…

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Startup Funding Espresso — The Diligence Process

Startup Boards — Diligence Process Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. For startup investing, it’s important to have a diligence process. In most cases, you’ll sign…

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Investor Connect – 726 – Mark Hayward of Absolute Business Mindset Podcast

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Mark Hayward, business mentor and accredited leadership coach, creator, host of the Absolute Business Mindset podcast, and an experienced real estate investor. After 14 years in the corporate world,…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Allocate Funds

Startup Boards — Allocate Funds Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In preparing for Startup investing, you should determine up front how much you are going to…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Deal Flow Sources

Startup Boards — Deal Flow Sources Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. For finding startups to invest in, set up a number of sources that fit your investment thesis….

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Startup Funding Espresso — Investment Thesis

Startup Boards — Investment Thesis Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In startup investing, you should have an investment thesis, which is what you invest in and why it…

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Investor Connect – 725 – Debbie Saviano of Debbie Saviano LLC

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Debbie Saviano, Founder of Debbie Saviano LLC. Debbie represents those who wish to transition into another career, as she has done it three times. After a successful career in education as principal…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Find Deal Flow

How to Find Deal Flow Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel group, you’ll need to set up deal-flow sources to provide quality deals to the members….

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Recruit Members

How to Recruit Members Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel group, it’s important to recruit new members. The first step is to showcase the deals you…

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Investor Connect – 724 – Thom Singer of Making Waves at C-Level Podcast

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Thom Singer, Executive Search Consultant, Author of twelve books, featured Speaker at over 1,000 business events, and Host of Making Waves at C-Level Podcast. As the host of the popular podcast, Thom…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Branding for Your Group

Branding for Your Group Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel network, it’s important to establish a brand for the group and promote it. A brand makes…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Portfolio Analysis

Portfolio Analysis Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In running an angel network, it’s important to provide ongoing portfolio analysis for the members. Investors want…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Best Practices for Running an Angel Network

Best Practices for Running an Angel Network For running an angel group, here are some best practices to consider: 1. Build processes and programs. The second time you say something put it into an email template, a procedure document, or a website and…

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Investor Connect – 723 – Peter Lazaroff of Plancorp

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Peter Lazaroff, Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp, host of The Long Term Investor Podcast, and author of Making Money Simple. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Plancorp is a financial services firm…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Fundraising Challenge for a Benefit Corp

Fundraising Challenge for a Benefit Corp  Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There are many challenges in fundraising for a benefit corp. Here is a list of…

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Investor Connect – 722 – Pankaj Jain of Saka Ventures

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Pankaj Jain, Managing Partner at Saka Ventures. Saka Ventures is a seed-stage fund based in New York City investing in startups that are targeting large global markets and have a balanced team of…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How Angel Investors Engage Impact Investing

How Angel Investors Engage Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Angel investors fill the gap between family-and-friends funding and institutional funding….

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Startup Funding Espresso — What Is a Benefits Corporation?

What Is a Benefits Corporation? Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. A Benefits Corporation is a legal entity that is set up to provide a public benefit. The company using…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Impact Investment Thesis

Impact Investment Thesis Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. An investment thesis states what you will invest in, why it will be successful, and what outcome you…

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Investor Connect – 721 – William Glass of Ostrich and The Silicon Alley Podcast

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes William Glass, CEO and Co-founder at Ostrich, and Host of The Silicon Alley Podcast. Headquartered in New York, New York, Ostrich has built a financial fitness app for low and middle-income families…

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Startup Funding Espresso — What Is Esg?

What Is Esg? Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. ESG stands for environmental, social, and governance, and represents the area of focus for socially responsible…

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Investor Connect – 720 – Jeffrey Kamys of Inherent Wealth Fund

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Jeffrey Kamys, Chief Investment Strategist and Portfolio Manager at Inherent Wealth Fund. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Inherent Wealth Fund is a registered investment adviser focused on…

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Startup Funding Espresso — 17 Sustainable Development Goals

17 Sustainable Development Goals Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact investing focuses on social and environmental causes. The United Nations provides 17…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Investor Motivations for Impact Investing

Investor Motivations for Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Investors fund impact startups. Here’s a list of the primary reasons: The startup furthers…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Indicators of a Successful Impact Investment

Indicators of a Successful Impact Investment Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact investing seeks to fund startups with social or environmental benefits. Those…

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Investor Connect – 719 – Gary Acosta of L’ATTITUDE Ventures and NAHREP

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Gary Acosta, Managing Partner and President at L’ATTITUDE Ventures (LAT VC), and Co-founder and CEO at the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP). Headquartered in San…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Measure Impact

How to Measure Impact Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact startups provide not only a product or service but also a social or environmental impact. Impact startups…

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Startup Funding Espresso — How to Find Impact Investors

How to Find Impact Investors Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact investing continues to expand in scope. It covers many industries, including clean energy, food,…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Using Donor-Advised Funds for Impact Investing

Startup Boards — Using Donor-Advised Funds for Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Donor-Advised Funds (DAF) are funds you set up with your brokerage…

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Investor Connect – 718 – Candy Messer of Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll and Biz Help For You Radio Show

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Candy Messer, President at Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll, and Host of the Biz Help For You radio show. Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll is different than other payroll services. They offer…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Impact Measurements

Startup Boards — Impact Measurements Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact is in the eye of the beholder.  What impact you see, may not be shared with the…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Primary vs. Secondary Impact Investing

Startup Boards —  Primary vs. Secondary Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In impact investing, there is primary impact and secondary impact….

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Investor Connect – 717 – Justin Breen of BrEpic Communications LLC and BrEpic Network

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Justin Breen, Founder, and CEO of BrEpic Communications LLC and BrEpic Network, and author of the No. 1 International Best-Selling Book, “Epic Business”. Headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, and…

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Startup Funding Espresso — The Challenge of Impact Investing

The Challenge of Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact investing seeks to make the world a better place through its investments. As with all…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Impact Metrics

Startup Boards — Impact Metrics Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In raising funding, you need to show your metrics.   Startups in the impact space should…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Key Terms in Impact Investing

Key Terms in Impact Investing Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. There are key terms used in the impact investing world.   Here is a list of the ones to know: …

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Investor Connect – 716 – Robert Samuelsen of SmallStart Ventures

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Robert Samuelsen, President and CEO at SmallStart Ventures.  SmallStart Ventures identifies high-potential entrepreneurs and provides a structured launchpad for their small business dreams….

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Startup Funding Espresso – What Is Impact Investing?

What Is Impact Investing? Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Impact investing is an investment in startups that can generate a social or environmental impact in addition…

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Startup Funding Espresso — Venture Fund Defaults

Venture Fund Defaults  Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso — your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In a market recession, it’s often the case that limited partners – called LPs – are unable to fulfill…

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