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Send us a Text Message.E118: The Central Texas Angel Network is centered in Austin and has been a focus for Angels there since 2006. Gary Forni is the new Chair of CTAN and brings his own perspective and some innovation to the group. We discuss CTAN's deal flow, their approach to diligence, their industry agnostic approach and their impressive investment results. Both Angels and Entrepreneurs will be interested in CTAN's unique approach to incentivizing deal flow by offering a 'Founders Package' of benefits just for making it through screening regardless of whether they receive funding. They have an influential and experienced membership that brings real startup investing talent to the table for the benefit of both Founders and Angels. (recorded 5/2/24)Follow David on LinkedIn or reach out to David on Twitter/X @DGRollingSouth for comments. We invite your feedback and suggestions at ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com. Learn more about RollingSouth at rollingsouth.vc or email david@rollingsouth.vc. Follow Paul on LinkedIn. Download our White Papers and Cheat Sheets HERE. Thanks for listening and remember: Our mission is to MAKE MONEY, HAVE FUN AND DO GOOD.

Welcome to this episode of Investor Connect, hosted by Hall T. Martin, featuring Gary Forni, the Chairman of the Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN). With a distinguished career in technology and venture capital, Gary has been pivotal in starting, mentoring, and investing in startups, particularly in Central Texas. He emphasizes innovation and disruptive technology in his investment strategy and supports entrepreneurs through his involvement with accelerators like Capital Factory and TechStars. Previously, Gary held executive roles at Intel Corp and Marvell Semiconductor, contributing to significant business ventures including Intel's flash memory business.   CTAN, under Gary's leadership, has become one of the most active angel investing groups in the U.S., having invested $129 million in 215 companies. Based in Austin, Texas, CTAN boasts over 120 accredited investors from diverse sectors, committed to fostering the growth of early-stage businesses. The network not only provides capital but also essential mentoring and business resources, enhancing the success rate of startups and contributing to the economic vitality of Texas.   During the interview, Gary discusses CTAN's strategic approach to investments, balancing direct startup funding with a sidecar fund that allows for diversified investment portfolios. He shares insights on the challenges and strategies in angel investing, particularly how CTAN adapts to economic shifts to maximize investor and startup success.   For more information on CTAN's initiatives or to get involved, visit [CTAN](). For the latest updates and news from CTAN, check out [CTAN News](). To connect directly, you can email Katelyn at . Join us next time on Investor Connect for more expert insights into the investment landscape.   ________________________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:    Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

Part 2, welcome back. This episode with Randall Crowder, delves into the transformative power of technology, particularly focusing on the evolution of AI and its implications for businesses and society. Discussing the rapid growth and potential of AI, referencing Elon Musk's involvement with OpenAI and the competition between tech giants. We emphasize the importance of modeling in entrepreneurship, citing examples of successful companies that have replicated and improved upon existing models. We also touch on the significance of understanding human psychology in tech innovations, with Apple as a prime example. Exploring the concept of originality in business suggests that true innovation often comes from refining and enhancing existing ideas rather than creating entirely new ones.#RickJordan #Podcast #AIWe Meet: Randall Crowder, COO of PhunwareEpisode References: Elon MuskPinterestFacebookSamsungIPhoneConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Randall: https://www.instagram.com/randallcrowderUniversal Rate & Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/allinwithrickjordanSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Randall: Randall is the COO of Phunware, a publicly traded technology company in Austin, TX. Prior to Phunware, Randall led over 40 angel investments and deployed over $60M across 14 companies as a venture capitalist. Randall is a co-founder and Managing Partner at TEXO Ventures where he focuses on tech-enabled health services and he is the sole founder and Managing Partner at Novē Ventures where he focuses on companies leveraging blockchain technology. Prior to venture capital, he led the Central Texas Angel Network to become one of the most active angel networks in the country. Randall also founded and launched Texas Venture Labs (TVL) at UT. Randall was a Captain in the US Army and is both Airborne and Ranger qualified. He served over six years on active duty and deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded two Bronze Stars for actions during combat. Randall holds a BS from West Point and an MBA from McCombs. He is also a Kauffman Fellow and co-founder of The Crypto Watch and Watchers Eye, organizations dedicated to helping educate others on not only blockchain but also personal and professional development.

As an epicenter for innovative startups, the  Central Texas Angel Network is the largest angel network in all of Texas. CTAN Chairwoman Laurie Cercone gives us a tour of CTAN detailing their modus operandi, geographic reach, and deal flow process.  Now expanding beyond Texas and offering virtual memberships to capitalize their deal flow, we are excited to see how the Central Texas Angel Network continues to  grow! We invite your feedback and suggestions at ventureinthesouth.com or email david@ventureinthesouth.com. If you like the podcast, leave us a review and share with your friends! Follow David and Paul on LinkedIn to stay updated on the newest episodes. To learn more about the RollingSouth Funds, visit rollingsouth.vc or email david@rollingsouth.vc. Thanks for listening and remember: Our mission is to MAKE MONEY, HAVE FUN AND DO GOOD

In this episode, a former army captain discusses his transition to the tech startup scene. He highlights the parallels between military discipline and business acumen, emphasizing the need for effective mobile engagement. The conversation also touches on the value of existing customers and the potential for upselling. Listen in for future insights on blockchain, angel investing, and Texas Venture Labs.#RickJordan #Podcast #MilitaryEpisode References: Randalls Grocery StoreStart up NationWe Meet: Randall Crowder, COO of PhunwareConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Randall: https://www.instagram.com/randallcrowderUniversal Rate & Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/allinwithrickjordanSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Randall: Randall is the COO of Phunware, a publicly-traded technology company in Austin, TX. Prior to Phunware, Randall led over 40 angel investments and deployed over $60M across 14 companies as a venture capitalist. Randall is a co-founder and Managing Partner at TEXO Ventures where he focused on tech-enabled health services and he is the sole founder and Managing Partner at Novē Ventures where he focuses on companies leveraging blockchain technology. Prior to venture capital, he led the Central Texas Angel Network to become one of the most active angel networks in the country. Randall also founded and launched Texas Venture Labs (TVL) at UT. Randall was a Captain in the US Army and is both Airborne and Ranger qualified. He served over six years on active duty and deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded two Bronze Stars for actions during combat. Randall holds a BS from West Point and an MBA from McCombs. He is also a Kauffman Fellow and co-founder of The Crypto Watch and Watchers Eye, organizations dedicated to helping educate others on not only blockchain, but also personal and professional development.

What are some more things you can learn? Have you been thinking about the ways you can top others, maybe improve things on their stuff? If you keep in your linear thought process, you will stay stuck.#RickJordan #Podcast We Meet:Episode References: Elon MuskPinterestFacebookSamsungiPhoneConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Guest: Universal Rate & Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/allinwithrickjordanSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Guest: Randall is the COO of Phunware, a publicly-traded technology company in Austin, TX. Prior to Phunware, Randall led over 40 angel investments and deployed over $60M across 14 companies as a venture capitalist. Randall is a co-founder and Managing Partner at TEXO Ventures where he focused on tech-enabled health services and he is the sole founder and Managing Partner at Novē Ventures where he focuses on companies leveraging blockchain technology. Prior to venture capital, he led the Central Texas Angel Network to become one of the most active angel networks in the country. Randall also founded and launched Texas Venture Labs (TVL) at UT. Randall was a Captain in the US Army and is both Airborne and Ranger qualified. He served over six years on active duty and deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded two Bronze Stars for actions during combat. Randall holds a BS from West Point and an MBA from McCombs. He is also a Kauffman Fellow and co-founder of The Crypto Watch and Watchers Eye, organizations dedicated to helping educate others on not only blockchain but also personal and professional development.

This episode features a guest who has achieved massive success as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. Prior to that experience, Randall Crowder started his career in the Army, where he became both Airborne and Ranger Qualified, and earned two Bronze stars along the way. After his military success, he went on to co-found Texas Venture Labs, serve as the executive director of Central Texas Angel Network, led over 40 angel investments, and now serves as the COO of Phunware, a publicly traded company. Randall takes his leadership and strong mindset from the military to achieve massive success in the business world. His actions go beyond motivation and he recalls being in Ranger school, thinking to himself, "if he can do it, I can do it". With this attitude, Randall has built and operated massive businesses. Randall has seen a lot of success around him in his life, and shares with us the keys to what separates someone from being successful and not. In this episode of the Define Success podcast, Matt and Randall discuss:His experience in the militaryGrowing up fast and how he developed personally in the ArmyDeveloping quality leadership traits The concept of Loss of Motivation Growing conviction for your own successExperiences from working with start-up entrepreneursWhy people are more important than productCreating a fire and developing the mindset of an entrepreneurWhy it is so rewarding to be "the first"Holding yourself to a high standard, regardless of others' opinionsKeywords: success, military, define success, entrepreneurship, motivation, conviction, start-up company, venture capitalism, leadership success, personal development, success motivation, success story, motivational speech, inspirational speech, mindsetThank you for listening today! Please subscribe to The Define Success Podcast on any podcast platform, and join us every Monday and Wednesday for new episodes!

When your life starts off in a very specific way, sometimes it's hard to see how it was an advantage, when it feels like a disadvantage. It could be how you were grown up, your first job, or your first career choice you ended up changing. It taught you something and that's the most important lesson.#RickJordan #Podcast #LearningWe Meet: Randall Crowder, COO of PhunwareEpisode References: Randalls Grocery StoreStart up NationConnect:Connect with Rick: https://linktr.ee/mrrickjordanConnect with Randall: https://www.instagram.com/randallcrowderUniversal Rate & Review: https://lovethepodcast.com/allinwithrickjordanSubscribe & Review to ALL IN with Rick Jordan on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RickJordanALLINAbout Randall: Randall is the COO of Phunware, a publicly-traded technology company in Austin, TX. Prior to Phunware, Randall led over 40 angel investments and deployed over $60M across 14 companies as a venture capitalist. Randall is a co-founder and Managing Partner at TEXO Ventures where he focused on tech-enabled health services and he is the sole founder and Managing Partner at Novē Ventures where he focuses on companies leveraging blockchain technology. Prior to venture capital, he led the Central Texas Angel Network to become one of the most active angel networks in the country. Randall also founded and launched Texas Venture Labs (TVL) at UT. Randall was a Captain in the US Army and is both Airborne and Ranger qualified. He served over six years on active duty and deployed twice in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom where he was awarded two Bronze Stars for actions during combat. Randall holds a BS from West Point and an MBA from McCombs. He is also a Kauffman Fellow and co-founder of The Crypto Watch and Watchers Eye, organizations dedicated to helping educate others on not only blockchain but also personal and professional development.

We sat down with Claire Hansen, a venture capitalist focused on early funding stages who has worked in the Austin ecosystem since 2015. Claire serves as Principal at Firebrand Ventures, a Seed stage fund with General Partners based in Boulder and Kansas City. Claire's prior experience includes working with investors and startups at Capital Factory, Central Texas Angel Network, and the U.S. Army.Keep up with all things Beta Bizz on our website and join us for a future in-person event!Follow us on IG @BetaYourBusiness

In this episode, Hall welcomes Joseph Edgar, Founder of TenantCloud. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, and founded in 2014, TenantCloud is a cloud-based property management system that allows you to manage up to 75 units for free, accept and manage rental applications, store accounting, collect and track rent, manage visual maintenance requests, get a personal listing website, and much more. Joe originally hails from Chiloquin, Oregon, and is an experienced entrepreneur and investor who bought his first real estate property at 14 years of age. At age 17 he co-founded Modern Homes Inc., a company in Porto Alegre, Brazil, which he sold in 2001. Joe founded Edgar Investment in 2003 as a property holding company for his investments, which also focused on real estate development of new and renovated residential homes in Eugene, Oregon. In 2007, Joe founded EI Investments, a $10 million venture fund focused on providing debt and equity to early-stage companies in OR and TX. In 2008, Joe joined Governor Perry's office and managed $487 million in state authority with a focus on early-stage and emerging companies. In 2011, Joe joined Commissioner Staples in advising, operating, and deploying the J4T Venture Fund, which is a $46.5 million investment fund focused on Texas' early-stage companies. Joe is also a member of the US Treasury SSBCI Venture Capital Working Group, which works to bring best practices for early-stage investment throughout the U.S. Joe holds a Bachelor of Science with a focus in Economics from the University of Oregon, with high honors, an MBA from Cornell University's Johnson School of Management, and is a Kauffman Fellow. Joe is also active in the community as a member of the Central Texas Angel Network, volunteers time with the Community Tax Center helping low-income families file their tax returns, and assisted in founding the non-profit organization Texas Pace Authority, which focuses on bringing clean energy to Texas. Joe advises investors and entrepreneurs, discusses the evolution of the industry post-COVID-19, the housing market in Austin, and shares some of the challenges startups face. You can visit TenantCloud at , via LinkedIn at , and via Twitter at .  Joe can be contacted via email at , via LinkedIn at , and via Twitter at .   Music courtesy of . 

Today, we welcome Hall T. Martin to the podcast.  Hall is the Founder and CEO of TEN Capital Networks, formerly known as the Texas Entrepreneurial Network.  He has been involved in the Texas angel investors community since at least 2006 when he became the director of the Central Texas Angel Network.  Since then, Hall has gone on to start or run the Wilco Angel Network, the Austin Entrepreneur Network, the Baylor Angel Network and several others. Hall was kind enough to have me on his podcast to talk about what's happening in the Charlotte startup/angel community a few weeks ago. In those discussions, I learned some things about Hall and his approach to angel investing I thought would be valuable to share with our listeners. One of the more interesting things we dive into his view of a 3X in 3 years approach to the companies they invest in. It's a essentially a redemption right which protects the investor from having the startup turn into more of a lifestyle business than a fast growing startup to be acquired in a number of years. As we continue our discussions, Hall has some really good advice on ways for entrepreneurs to build relationships with local angel investors.  We also dive into meeting structure and what Hall's learned over the years for having angel network meetings.  Hall also highlights ways the process has been partially moving online - even before Covid-19 - and something we can all attest to after fully utilizing Zoom and other online conferencing sites. Hopefully you enjoy today's podcast with Hall! Our next podcast is with Scott Pope and Eric Kirsch as they talk about the local healthcare startup scene and their continued efforts to nurture a growing part of Charlotte's startup scene.   William Bissett is the owner of and an Investment Advisor Representative of Portus Wealth Advisors, a Registered Investment Adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Portus Wealth Advisors. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.  Portus Wealth Advisors does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.  Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under applicable state and federal regulation or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests. Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.

Hall Martin, storied angel investor from Texas, returns to the Compassionate Capitalist Podcast show with host Karen Rands to talk about his novel approach to negotiating a guarranteed ROI when investing in private companies. Both entrepreneurs and investors often focus their attention on the potential ROI of an investment based on an acquisition exit in 5 years. More times than not, that type of exit doesn't materialize because the company doesn't maintain the rate of growth originially forecasted to achieve the 4X in 5 years.   As time goes on, the IRR - the Internal Rate of Return, lowers compared to a straight ROI multiple calculation. Under Hall's 3X in 3Years model, investors and entrepreneurs establish a contracted guarranteed return for the investor if the entrepreneur doesn't hit their milestones, misses their next round of venture finance and therefore fails to scale as originally proposed. This method benefits the entrepreneur to add incentive to their first money in investors, and benefits the investors because they know they have the option to get a return in 3 years that can be put back to work in the community.  Karen and Hall cover many additional topics too.  This podcast was also created as a video and is available here: Youtube Hall Martin is the founder and CEO of TEN Capital Network.  His involvement in building and leading angel investor groups spans decades, beginning with the Central Texas Angel Network through to his current involvement with the Baylor Angel Network. His work with entrepreneurs also spans decades and many organizations.  Learn more at http://TENCapital.group Karen Rands is the best selling author of Inside Secrets to Angel Investors. KarenRands.co

Hall Martin, storied angel investor from Texas, returns to the Compassionate Capitalist Podcast show with host Karen Rands to talk about his novel approach to negotiating a guarranteed ROI when investing in private companies. Both entrepreneurs and investors often focus their attention on the potential ROI of an investment based on an acquisition exit in 5 years. More times than not, that type of exit doesn't materialize because the company doesn't maintain the rate of growth originially forecasted to achieve the 4X in 5 years.   As time goes on, the IRR - the Internal Rate of Return, lowers compared to a straight ROI multiple calculation. Under Hall's 3X in 3Years model, investors and entrepreneurs establish a contracted guarranteed return for the investor if the entrepreneur doesn't hit their milestones, misses their next round of venture finance and therefore fails to scale as originally proposed. This method benefits the entrepreneur to add incentive to their first money in investors, and benefits the investors because they know they have the option to get a return in 3 years that can be put back to work in the community.  Karen and Hall cover many additional topics too.  This podcast was also created as a video and is available here: Youtube Hall Martin is the founder and CEO of TEN Capital Network.  His involvement in building and leading angel investor groups spans decades, beginning with the Central Texas Angel Network through to his current involvement with the Baylor Angel Network. His work with entrepreneurs also spans decades and many organizations.  Learn more at http://TENCapital.group Karen Rands is the best selling author of Inside Secrets to Angel Investors. KarenRands.co

This conversation is with Jamie Rhodes, founder of the Central Texas Angel Network, an active angel investor group, based in Austin, TX.  The startup story begins with an accelerator hosted by Texas State University and supported by a group of local mentors and advisors.   One of the companies gaining traction in the accelerator was SioTeX.  The company ’s Intellectual property which had been funded and developed by Texas State University was a new method to convert rice hulls, which are a waste product, through a proprietary process to create a high-grade organic compound called Silica. After the initial round of startup funding, the company began to work on commercializing the production of Silica for Paints and Coatings manufacturers.  Silica is used in the production of paint.  As the sales and marketing process engaged with the paint manufacturers in the U.S., there was “little or no response”.  Eventually, the company learned from these prospective customers, that their product did not meet the specifications required by the paint manufacturers. At this point, two years after the initial funding, the company faced a clear dilemma.  They were low on cash and had not found traction in the primary market as defined by the original team. And just one more issue, the CEO had decided to leave the company and pursue some other interest. The dilemma for the investors was:  Is it time to walk away or put more money into the company on the hope that a viable market fit would be found.  In other words, the investors had to decide if it was time to hold ‘em and invest more money or time to fold ‘em, and walk away and let the company fold from insolvency. Join me with our guest, Jamie Rhodes, who was an early mentor to the company, invested in the company and was on the Board of Directors.  The other board members and the shareholders convinced Jamie that he was the best person to take over the role of the CEO and hopefully turn the company around.

Produced by Foundersuite.com, "How I Raised It" goes behind the scenes with startup founders who have raised capital. This episode is with Angela Hood, CEO of ThisWay Global, maker of a platform that uses machine learning and matching algorithms for candidate hiring. In this episode, Angela talks about selling her '67 Mustang to fund her startup, how to hustle at TechCrunch Disrupt, raising capital from the Central Texas Angel Network, leveraging advisors, and more.

In this episode, Hall T. Martin conducts an interview with John Shaw of the Central Texas Angel Network. John talks with Hall about recent changes at the CTAN group. He also discusses his work on improving the angel network in Austin, and his work on streamlining the angel investment process.

Stephanie Breedlove founded Breedlove & Associates in 1992. She built the nanny payroll company into a multi-million-dollar business with more than 10,000 active clients. In 2012, Care.com acquired her company for $55 million and it became Care.com Homepay, according to an article in Forbes. Today, Breedlove is an angel investor with the Central Texas Angel Network and an author of "All In: How Women Entrepreneurs Can Think Bigger, Build Sustainable Businesses, and Change the World," published in 2017.

"The Universe won't give you a ham sandwich" - Part of the great advice on this episode (episode 264). Joe Payton is a real estate developer, serial entrepreneur and angel investor. Payton began his career selling advertising and publishing and moved into investor relations getting a graduate degree in 1994 from the University of Denver and working in-house in the mid 1990’s for Corporate Express, a startup that grew from $50M when he joined - to $1B in sales through acquisition and multiple public offerings. Joe was on the core Investor Relations team for the IPO and four secondary offerings. Joe left corporate to invest in real estate full time in 1996. As a real estate investor Joe began buying and selling single family homes and parlayed his capital into larger developments and then small startups of his own and as angel investor. Joe was a member of the Rockies Venture club in Denver Colorado and the Central Texas Angel Network in Austin. Nothing he invested in went “big”, but he’s seen several hundred deal pitches, run diligence on a couple of dozen investments and gotten to know the process from the Angel side as well as the IPO experience when he was in Corporate. In Dallas, Joe is focused on his business startups and real estate developments. GeniusDen: -Targets founders of startups with core management team, product, customers, revenue and scalable market potential. -Provides member executives with community, peer support and actionable relevant lessons from qualified speakers to drive growth in operational excellence, fiscal discipline and sales performance. Once accepted, Members pay rent for space they need - from a seat at an open desk to a full office. The rent is market rate on par with coworking spaces. GeniusDen does not take equity from Member's companies at this time. If you are a Startup Founder - you are invited to come for a tour or attend a lecture to meet the community and share your vision and mission. Reach Joe Payton at joe@GeniusDen.com or schedule a tour: www.GeniusDen.com.