Podcasts about Crowdfunding

Kickstarter CEO Everette Taylor joins Behind the Review to share his journey from teen entrepreneur to leading the world's biggest crowdfunding platform. Learn what crowdfunding is (and isn't), how Kickstarter helps small businesses and creators get funded, and why listening to feedback is Everette's top founder skill. Whether you're launching a dream or scaling up an existing business, get practical tips for building community and funding your next big idea. More about the episodeTheme Music by Ali Schwartz and Meserole Sound

Ever wondered how independent filmmakers create high-production value films on tight budgets? Join us as director Emelie Claxton and producer Cindy Allen reveal the ingenious strategies that transformed their short film "Doggone" from an impossible dream into a festival success story. From raising an impressive amount through crowdfunding to turning one movie theater into six different filming locations, they share the practical wisdom they gained along their filmmaking journey.This episode unpacks the power of collaboration, the importance of hiring specialists rather than doing everything yourself, and the game-changing "big board" technique that kept everyone on set informed and aligned. You'll hear how breaking traditional filmmaking rules, rekindling old friendships for fundraising, and trusting in specialized talent created a film that audiences are falling in love with at festivals.Whether you're an actor, filmmaker, or film enthusiast, this conversation offers valuable insights into maximizing resources and creating meaningful stories that connect with audiences. Don't miss their final inspiring advice: "Don't say no to yourself."0:00 Intro and teaser about on-set chef0:17 Podcast introduction0:54 Welcome and host introductions1:28 Meeting special guests Emelie and Cindy2:32 Discussing the short film "Doggone"3:36 Missing Poland trip for the film shoot5:06 The luxury of having a chef on set6:40 What is Doggone about?8:58 Breaking filmmaking rules10:10 Crowdfunding campaign success14:00 The secret to successful crowdfunding19:22 Republic: equity-based crowdfunding alternative24:00 The big board that changed everything27:19 Maximizing production value29:19 Using one movie theater for six locations33:20 The importance of hiring specialists36:26 Audience response to the film39:29 What's next for the filmmakers42:20 Final advice: "Don't say no to yourself"43:16 Where to watch DoggoneSend us a textFor our listeners, CFA's teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote.Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25 Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

Hoy vamos a sumergirnos en el fascinante mundo del crowdfunding inmobiliario en España. Este innovador método de inversión ha ganado popularidad en los últimos años, permitiendo a pequeños inversores participar en grandes proyectos inmobiliarios con una inversión mínima. En este episodio, exploraremos cómo funciona el crowdfunding inmobiliario, sus ventajas y riesgos, y cómo ha transformado el mercado inmobiliario español. ¿Es una moda pasajera o una revolución en la inversión inmobiliaria? ¿Qué impacto está teniendo en el mercado español? ¿Y cómo podemos, como inversores individuales —y muchos de nosotros con poco tiempo—, aprovechar esta herramienta?Así que, si estás interesado en el mundo de las inversiones y quieres descubrir nuevas oportunidades, ¡no te pierdas este episodio! Quédate, que telo cuento todo, Empezamos.

TMIREI dives into July's seismic market events, from tax victories and broker defiance to massive fraud, floods, and innovation. Discover how investors can pivot fast to stay ahead and turn chaos into opportunity.See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/this-month-in-real-estate-investing-july-2025-power-exodus-scandal-survival-and-scams/(00:00) - Show Introduction and Opening Remarks(00:32) - USREI Commercial Segment(01:26) - UMN Audio Branding Segment(01:40) - Host Introduction and Episode Overview(03:25) - Guest Introduction: Paul Anderson(04:00) - Guest Introduction: James Wang(05:22) - News Discussion: Senate Tax Bill Wins(10:58) - Debate Over NAR and Clear Cooperation(21:56) - Detroit Lawsuit Against Blockchain Rental Firm(30:24) - Regulation and Education in Crowdfunding(33:51) - NYC Mayoral Candidate Promotes Communal Living(41:02) - Policy Versus Politics Debate(46:11) - Accelerated Capital Commercial Segment(47:34) - California Exodus and Relocation Trends(54:45) - Impact of Migration on Local Economies(56:09) - Ponzi Scheme Charges for Flipping NJ(01:00:31) - Jake Paul's $39 Million Ranch Purchase(01:06:55) - Universe Media Publishing Commercial Segment(01:07:23) - Massachusetts Senior Housing Fire Risks(01:15:48) - Devastating Texas Floods and Market Fallout(01:23:44) - New Hampshire Developer Fraud Case(01:28:03) - Fraud Impacts on Investor Confidence(01:30:34) - Humanoid Robots Performing Medical Procedures(01:37:02) - Robotics in Construction and Housing(01:42:15) - Solutions for Housing Shortages and Affordability(01:42:56) - Show Wrap-Up, Guest Contact Info, and ClosingThis month's news items:- Senate Passes Tax Bill With Major Wins- Compass Refuses Clear Cooperation Rule- Detroit Sues Blockchain Rental Giant- NYC Candidate Pushes Communal Living- California Exodus Accelerates- Moguls Rally Behind Adams Amid Threats- NJ Investor Indicted in Multi-Million Scam- Jake Paul Buys Massive Georgia Ranch- Massachusetts Senior Housing Fire- Texas Floods Destroy Homes, Raise Risk- NH Developer Admits to Fraud, Abandons Projects- Robot Performs Medical Procedures RemotelyHosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown, the June 2025 episode unravels a head-spinning blend of headlines featuring legislative crackdowns, AI trickery, tech deceptions, tax hikes, and flat-out criminal fraud.Hosted by James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/Guests:Paul Anderson: https://verticalfundingcapital.com/James Wang: https://reai.co/#USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #PaulAnderson #JamesWangSee more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air!https://www.realestateonair.fm/

Wir haben es geschafft! In dieser Folge feiern wir euch und eure Hilfe beim kleinsten Crowdfunding der Welt – mit allen Cents, allen Namen, allen Statistiken, Kommentaren und ganz viel Herz. Ein bisschen Humor ist auch dabei. Also … je nachdem, wie man's nimmt. Ihr habt gespendet, ihr habt das möglich gemacht! Wir sind unendlich dankbar und lesen die Namen aller Spenderinnen und Spender vor. Alle. Wirklich? Alle? Ja, alle! Teddy erklärt außerdem, wie es jetzt weitergeht. Die Aktion bleibt übrigens weiterhin offen. Wer also noch einen Cent geben möchte, kann das hier tun: https://www.paypal.com/pool/9dAFMlhTSO

When Main Street Meets Superpowers: Building Community Through Localism, Crowdfunding, and CollaborationEach month, I have the genuine privilege of sitting down with my friend and colleague Jen Risley, editor of The Main Street Journal, for a conversation that bridges our shared passion for impact, innovation, and community-rooted change. Our most recent dialogue was no exception—it was a deeply thoughtful exchange exploring the intersections of decentralization, localism, and the real power of community-centered finance.And this month's chat brought a bonus: the announcement of Main Street Journal's most-read issue to date, “A Localism Manifesto.” It's an extraordinary piece that's resonating not only with Jen's readers but now across the broader Substack ecosystem. If you haven't read it yet, consider this your personal invitation.But beyond just catching up on what's new in our respective publications, this conversation highlighted something more powerful: the way our two newsletters—Main Street Journal and Superpowers for Good—complement and enrich each other. So today, I'd like to recap our exchange, share some exciting announcements, and invite you to subscribe to both newsletters for the full scope of this evolving conversation around community, capital, and change.A Localism Manifesto: Decentralization with HeartJen opened our chat by highlighting the incredible traction “A Localism Manifesto” has gained since its release on July 10. Penned with contributions from Paul Spinrad and Michael H. Shuman, the manifesto doesn't just explore the theoretical underpinnings of decentralization—it invites community members to shape its next iteration. That's not just content; that's co-creation.For Jen, the concept of decentralism was initially daunting—especially coming from New Hampshire, where the libertarian Free State Movement has made headlines. But the manifesto reimagines decentralization as a tool for building resilient, equitable communities, not just a political stance. “There's a lot of real value in that position,” she said, and I wholeheartedly agree.Our conversation touched on the risks of relying solely on government solutions—particularly at the federal level. While I've always believed in the potential for good in government, I also see firsthand the limits and bureaucracy that can get in the way. As I shared with Jen, I once had five different people at the California DMV mistakenly insist I needed a smog test for my electric vehicle. (Spoiler: I didn't.)This is exactly why Main Street Journal's work is so important. It offers grounded, accessible pathways for rebuilding economic systems from the bottom up—starting on our very own Main Streets.Decent Tuesday, Anarchy, and the Power of LanguageWe also celebrated the addition of Paul Spinrad to the Main Street Journal team. Paul, one of the early champions of the 2012 JOBS Act that enabled today's investment crowdfunding landscape, is helping to lead a new series called “Decent Tuesday.” The name itself is a clever double entendre—Decent, as in ethical, and Descent, as in decentralization.Paul's launch column tackled a bold topic: anarchy. Not the violent imagery we might typically associate with the term, but anarchy in the truest sense of community self-governance and mutual aid. It's a provocative frame, and Paul's thoughtful treatment brings it firmly into the realm of community-led development.As someone who has seen both the power and pitfalls of government, I find these discussions invaluable. They sharpen our thinking, challenge our assumptions, and remind us that even controversial ideas can have a role in shaping a better world—especially when led by voices like Paul's and platforms like Jen's.Jenny Kasson's Crowdfunding Campaign: A Case Study in ActionJen was also inspired by my recent interview with Jenny Kassan—another pillar in our space—who is leading an equity crowdfunding campaign on Small Change to finance a transformative community real estate project in Baltimore.Jenny's campaign isn't just about raising capital. It's a real-time case study in how local investing, ecosystem thinking, and community ownership come together. The project will create furnished rental spaces with flexible terms (think: part Airbnb, part long-stay apartments) and community-oriented ground floor uses. It's a blend of economic development and social impact that's both inspiring and practical.Jen pointed out how Jenny is also exploring complementary tools like time banking. As she noted, “It takes a lot more to create an ecosystem of local investing.” That insight captures the holistic nature of what we're building across our platforms: sustainable, inclusive systems that elevate everyone—not just investors or entrepreneurs.From SuperCrowdLA to SuperCrowd25In that spirit, I shared my own exciting news: the release of our new book, The Big Ideas That Lit Up SuperCrowdLA. It's a curated, refined distillation of the talks and insights from our recent SuperCrowdLA conference—organized not as a transcript, but as a harmonized narrative built with the help of AI and a whole lot of human editing.This project was a joy to create, and I learned so much in the process. You can get it now as an eBook, paperback, hardcover, or audiobook—whatever format suits your learning style.We also previewed SuperCrowd25, our fourth annual virtual summit on impact crowdfunding, streaming live across Substack and social media August 21–22. It's free to attend, but our $25 VIP package adds access to exclusive networking opportunities, a permanent LinkedIn group, bonus webinars, and speaker handouts. It's the best $25 you'll spend this year if you're building or funding impact-driven ventures.And yes—if the new book resonates, we just might release a SuperCrowd25 book, too!Subscribe, Support, and Build With UsAt the end of the day, Main Street Journal and Superpowers for Good are two sides of the same coin. Jen and I are championing different facets of the same movement: one that values people over profits, community over corporations, and action over apathy.So if you've enjoyed the ideas in this piece, I have two invitations for you:* Subscribe to both newsletters.We're each doing our best work on Substack—and getting both perspectives will give you a richer, more complete view of this growing ecosystem of changemakers.* Become a paid subscriber if you can.Your support allows us to keep doing this work—and unlocks bonus content, community, and tools that help you take your own next step, whether that's launching a campaign or building a stronger local economy.We truly are better together. Let's keep learning, building, and lifting each other up—one newsletter, one campaign, and one Main Street at a time. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

What does it really take to carve out space for a new business in an industry dominated by giants? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Kimberly Evans, the inspiring founder and CEO of Just Her Rideshare, a women-centric rideshare service focused on safety, community, and empowerment.Kimberly shares her personal story of why she created Just Her Rideshare, drawing from her own experiences and deep commitment to serving women who often feel vulnerable using traditional rideshare options. As a fourth-generation entrepreneur, she talks candidly about the challenges of fundraising, the lessons learned from bootstrapping, and the value of staying connected to the community at every stage of growth.If you're passionate about startups, social impact, or want to understand the realities of building something new against the odds, this episode is a must-listen. Kimberly's journey is filled with actionable insights on fundraising, effective marketing, and the power of focusing on community—offering inspiration and practical advice to founders and investors alike.And don't forget you can also participate in the Wefunder crowdfunding campaign to support Just Her Rideshare.https://wefunder.com/justherrideshare/ To get the latest from Kimberly Evans, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/justherride/https://www.justherrideshare.com/ https://wefunder.com/justherrideshare/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Banca Etica ed Etica Sgr, con la collaborazione di Produzioni dal Basso, promuovono il bando Impatto+ 2025, per il lancio di raccolte di crowdfunding reward finalizzate alla promozione dell'empowerment di persone che subiscono la violenza di genere attraverso il sostegno a vittime di violenza economica, con interventi per l'accesso al credito e a programmi di educazione finanziaria.Candidature dal 21 Luglio ed entro le ore 12:00 del 19 settembre 2025.

Freienbach soll 20 Prozent der Sanierungskosten für den maroden Holzsteg bezahlen. Die Gemeinde wartet auf den Entscheid aus Rapperswil-Jona zur Erneuerung des beliebten Stegs. Weitere Themen: · Bauprojekt für 15.5 Millionen Franken gestartet: In Risch ZG gibt's eine neue Regenwasserleitung. · Eine Spendenaktion soll's richten: Das Musikfestival Funk am See in Luzern startet ein Crowdfunding zur Rettung des Festivals auf der Lido-Wiese.

Ever feel like your toy or game idea is too niche or catch yourself wondering if you've really got what it takes to break into the industry? Maybe you've been sitting on a killer concept, or you're already knee-deep in prototypes and second guesses.In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I'm chatting with TCA alum and current Accelerator student Manish Punani, who proves that with the right guidance and a whole lot of passion, even the most unexpected game themes can find their place in the market. Manish shares his journey from working in merchandising to launching Cricket or Nothing, a suspense-filled, strategy card game that turns the classic sport of cricket into a brainy, poker-like duel. You'll hear why he walked away from his first concept and instead went all in on cricket. We talk about what it really takes to prepare for a Kickstarter campaign and how you can start laying the groundwork now. You'll also hear why tapping into passionate cultural communities is a genius launch, and how TCA coaching helped Manish see both his idea and his audience in a brand new light.This episode gives you a glimpse of what it really looks like to build a game from the ground up while learning, pivoting, and connecting with the right people along the way.If you want to be a part of Toy Creators Academy and get the opportunity to join the Accelerator as a graduate, visit toycreatorsacademy.com today.Listen for these Important Moments![00:06:08] - Find out why Manish scrapped his original game concept and how trusting feedback can lead to a better product fit.[00:11:11] - Discover how this game turns cricket into a mind-game-packed, poker-style showdown that grabs attention even from non-cricket fans.[00:09:19] - Hear how Manish realized licensing wasn't the only option and why launching it himself became the smarter move.[00:20:19] - Learn why marketing to fans who already love your theme (like cricket) is the fastest way to build a loyal audience.[00:27:06] - Get practical tips on how to use low-cost ads and landing pages to grow a ready-to-buy audience for your launch.Send The Toy Coach Fan Mail!Support the showPopular Masterclass! How To Make & Sell Your Toy IdeasYour Low-Stress, Start-To-Finish Playful Product Launch In 5 Steps >> https://learn.thetoycoach.com/masterclass

In this conversation, Jeff Smart, a seasoned real estate broker from Eastern Washington, shares his journey into the real estate industry, discussing the impact of market fluctuations, investment strategies, and the importance of mentorship for new agents. He emphasizes the necessity of being proactive in the real estate business and provides insights into the unique characteristics of the Eastern Washington market.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Nicholas Tommarello is the Founder and CEO of Wefunder, a pioneering crowdfunding platform that allows individuals to invest in startups. He co-founded Wefunder in 2012, leveraging provisions from the 2012 JOBS Act to enable unaccredited investors to purchase equity in early-stage companies, thereby democratizing access to investment opportunities that were traditionally available only to wealthy individuals. Tommarello holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship from Babson College and participated in the prestigious startup accelerator Y Combinator in 2013.

Available on YouTube: [youtu.be/wDlijQtbLJo](https://youtu.be/wDlijQtbLJo)What if your brand could sell a million orders before shipping a single product?Bryant Garvin, marketing lead at Ozlo Sleep and former CMO of Groove Life, did exactly that. In this episode, he shares how performance branding, differentiated product, and a viral video formula helped Ozlo launch with massive traction. From his early work at Purple Mattress to Groove Life's rise, Bryant breaks down what it takes to turn pre-orders into a brand-building machine.Sponsors:Swym – Wishlists, Back in Stock alerts, & moreCleverific – Smart order editing for ShopifyZipify – Build high-converting sales funnelsLinks & Resources:Bryant Garvin on LinkedInOzlo SleepPurple MattressGroove LifeWork with KurtWorkApplyNewsletter

What happens when you combine the power of storytelling with a platform that funds change?  Crowdfunder CEO Dawn Bebe joins us to discuss how bold ideas are becoming real-world solutions, and how the future of funding is being reimagined through access, equity, and innovation. Tune in for an inspiring discussion with Dawn Bébe on Crowdfunder.   Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comAs a director of Crowdfunder, Dawn Bébe has been part of the senior team driving it towards becoming the #1 UK crowdfunding platform, raising > $500 million for projects across the UK, and has helped it win global awards for the delivery of its mission to tackle society's challenges by making grass roots ideas happen. https://www.crowdfunder.com For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com

Sommerpause light bei Doppelrahmstufe! Bevor es in zwei Wochen mit frischem Content von Hanna und spannenden Gäst:innen weitergeht, hört ihr heute eine ganz besondere Folge aus dem Archiv: das große Zora-Interview. Hier lernt ihr Zora einmal ganz in Ruhe kennen – von der Kochausbildung über Liebeskummer und Reisen bis zum ersten Drehtag im Kliemannsland. Wie sie zur Profiküche kam, welchen Unfall sie in der Ausbildung (nicht) hatte und warum Crowdfunding für ihre Baustelle nie in Frage kam, verrät sie im Gespräch mit Hanna. Es geht um Fischfarce, brennende Fritteusen, das Leben mit einem Bein im TV und das andere in der Gastronomie – und am Ende natürlich auch um die ganz großen Fragen: Wie sieht eigentlich ein perfekter Tag im Leben von Zora Klipp aus? Und was isst sie am liebsten?

Ever wondered how trading card games (TCGs) are evolving in 2025? In episode 244 of Crowdfunding Nerds, Sean dives deep into the world of TCGs with guests Donnie Chase and Jacob Cecil. We tackle the hot issues of scalping, grading, and distribution, and explore how intellectual properties and marketing strategies are reshaping the industry. Jacob shares his journey from engaging high school students with Magic: The Gathering to managing a game store bustling with Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Pokémon events. Meanwhile, Donnie takes us through his evolution from collecting sports cards to enjoying TCGs with his kids. We discuss the challenges posed by Pokémon's nostalgia-driven demand spikes and Magic: The Gathering's innovative collector packs. Could crowdfunding be the key to overcoming these hurdles? Tune in to find out how preorders and digital platforms might just revolutionize the TCG landscape. Don't miss this insightful episode!   Links to check out! Final Fantasy is the DEATH of Magic the Gathering - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zlrTqgAnMIQ& Thank you to our sponsors! HeroTime1.com - Get a 3% discount off your Hero Time Manufacturing order using code: CrowdfundingNerds101 BridgeDist.com - We recommend Bridge Distribution & Fulfillment for US fulfillment and Amazon fulfillment. We use them for our own projects, too! CrowdfundingNerds.com/Academy - If you are looking to DIY your crowdfunding, we have highly impactful courses that teach you how to build, excite, and prepare a crowd to fund you on Launch Day! Check out our website at crowdfundingnerds.com and join our bustling community on Facebook. Stay Nerdy!

Presentiamo una nuova opportunità di co-finanziamento per il terzo settore. BPER Banca, nell'ambito delle iniziative di BPER Bene Comune, cerca 5 progetti di innovazione sociale promossi da Enti del Terzo Settore che operano con bambini o giovani in condizione di marginalità economica. I progetti selezionati, se raggiungeranno il 40% tramite il crowdfunding, accederanno ad un co-finanziamento del 60% per coprire le spese di realizzazione. Ne parliamo con Vera Donatelli, project Manager BPER Bene Comune e Chiara Tommasini, presidente di CSVnet.Candidature entro 26 Agosto alle 12:00.

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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, Kristen Knapp interviews Ken Burrows, the founder and CEO of Kinlux, a unique vacation rental model that merges residential and commercial properties with innovative entertainment concepts. Ken discusses the challenges faced in the residential vacation rental market due to increasing regulations and how Kinlux is transitioning to commercial properties. He explains the tokenization of shares in the business, allowing investors to participate in a new model that combines real estate with cryptocurrency. The conversation also covers the design of unique properties, investor engagement strategies, and the future vision for Kinlux.  Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Jenny: Ability to make complex financial and legal concepts accessible.Creating a thriving community takes more than goodwill—it requires vision, leadership, and resources. Jenny Kassan, CEO of Opportunity Main Street, is proving that crowdfunding can be a powerful tool for revitalizing communities while offering investors a meaningful way to make a difference.Jenny is raising capital through a regulation crowdfunding campaign on SmallChange to renovate a historic building in Baltimore. This project, called Community Commons, will serve as both a hub for local businesses and a space for community-building activities. The first floor will feature a gathering space, coffee shop, and retail area, while the upper floors will house luxury furnished apartments for short-term rentals.Jenny explains her motivation: “I've believed for a while that it's really important to create a place-based ecosystem to grow this movement to move community capital into small business.” She has already raised $2.5 million for the project but is turning to crowdfunding to close the final gap.What makes this project stand out is its intentional focus on Baltimore. After hosting a women entrepreneurs' event in the city, Jenny fell in love with its historic charm and resilient spirit. “Baltimore is a beautiful, scrappy city,” she says. “There's a renaissance going on… it's a place where you can make a significant impact.”Jenny's choice of SmallChange as the crowdfunding platform is no accident. She highlights the portal's commitment to impact-focused real estate projects and its owner, Eve Picker: “She really cares about her clients… and the design of the page is absolutely beautiful.”By combining real estate with a community-driven mission, Jenny's project offers an opportunity for investors to see both financial returns and social impact. The short-term rental apartments are projected to generate strong revenue, while the first-floor activities will foster relationships, support local businesses, and teach community members how to invest locally.This isn't just about one building. Jenny hopes the Community Commons project will become a replicable model for other cities. “It's about creating a replicable model for community wealth building and supporting the local investing movement,” she says.With projects like these, Jenny is showing how crowdfunding can be a bridge between financial goals and community revitalization.Creating a thriving community takes more than goodwill—it requires vision, leadership, and resources. Jenny Kassan, CEO of Opportunity Main Street, is proving that crowdfunding can be a powerful tool for revitalizing communities while offering investors a meaningful way to make a difference.Jenny is raising capital through a regulation crowdfunding campaign on SmallChange to renovate a historic building in Baltimore. This project, called Community Commons, will serve as both a hub for local businesses and a space for community-building activities. The first floor will feature a gathering space, coffee shop, and retail area, while the upper floors will house luxury furnished apartments for short-term rentals.Jenny explains her motivation: “I've believed for a while that it's really important to create a place-based ecosystem to grow this movement to move community capital into small business.” She has already raised $2.5 million for the project but is turning to crowdfunding to close the final gap.What makes this project stand out is its intentional focus on Baltimore. After hosting a women entrepreneurs' event in the city, Jenny fell in love with its historic charm and resilient spirit. “Baltimore is a beautiful, scrappy city,” she says. “There's a renaissance going on… it's a place where you can make a significant impact.”Jenny's choice of SmallChange as the crowdfunding platform is no accident. She highlights the portal's commitment to impact-focused real estate projects and its owner, Eve Picker: “She really cares about her clients… and the design of the page is absolutely beautiful.”By combining real estate with a community-driven mission, Jenny's project offers an opportunity for investors to see both financial returns and social impact. The short-term rental apartments are projected to generate strong revenue, while the first-floor activities will foster relationships, support local businesses, and teach community members how to invest locally.This isn't just about one building. Jenny hopes the Community Commons project will become a replicable model for other cities. “It's about creating a replicable model for community wealth building and supporting the local investing movement,” she says.With projects like these, Jenny is showing how crowdfunding can be a bridge between financial goals and community revitalization.tl;dr:Jenny Kassan shares her vision for revitalizing Baltimore with a historic real estate project.Community Commons will combine short-term rentals with a hub for local businesses and activities.Jenny highlights the impact of crowdfunding and her partnership with the SmallChange platform.She demonstrates how simplifying financial concepts empowers underserved communities to raise capital.Jenny's replicable model aims to inspire more community wealth-building projects nationwide.How to Develop Simplifying Complex Financial Concepts As a SuperpowerJenny describes her superpower as the ability to make complex financial and legal concepts accessible. She explains, “I've learned so much about finance, securities law… and I feel like my superpower is bringing it down to a level of clarity for people.” Her passion stems from a desire to make the world of finance less opaque and intimidating, especially for those who lack traditional financial knowledge or access to resources.Illustrative Story:Jenny's superpower shone when she helped a worker co-op in Boston called CERO raise capital for a composting business. Comprised of highly disadvantaged individuals, the co-op needed funding for a truck but wanted to retain worker control. Jenny structured an offering of non-voting equity, allowing the workers to remain in charge while raising several hundred thousand dollars. This project exemplifies her ability to simplify financial tools for underserved communities, empowering them to achieve their goals.Actionable Tips to Develop the Superpower:Deepen Your Expertise: Invest time in learning the intricacies of your field, as Jenny did with finance.Practice Simplifying Concepts: Break down complex ideas into clear, relatable language to help others understand them.Empathize with Your Audience: Tailor your explanations to the needs and backgrounds of those you're helping.Stay Mission-Driven: Focus on using your knowledge to empower others and create meaningful change.By following Jenny's example and advice, you can make simplifying complex concepts a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileJenny Kassan (she/her):CEO, Opportunity Main StreetAbout Opportunity Main Street: Opportunity Main Street is growing a place-based community wealth building ecosystem in Baltimore that includes community investing in local business, a community business school, and mutual aid through a time-banking network.Website: opportunitymainstreet.comBiographical Information: Jenny is an attorney, coach, and ecosystem builder focused on capital access for underrepresented entrepreneurs.Jenny earned her J.D. from Yale Law School and a masters degree in City and Regional Planning from UC Berkeley.She is the author of Raise Capital on Your Own Terms: How to Fund Your Business without Selling Your Soul.Jenny co-founded the Sustainable Economies Law Center, the Force for Good Fund, and Opportunity Main Street. 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To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.SuperCrowdHour, August 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on "Your Portal, Your Future: How to Choose the Right Reg CF Platform." With so many investment crowdfunding portals available today, selecting the right one can be overwhelming for both founders and investors. In this session, Devin will break down the critical factors to consider—such as platform fees, audience demographics, compliance support, industry focus, and overall user experience. Whether you're a founder planning a raise or an investor exploring where to put your dollars to work, you'll walk away with a clearer understanding of how to evaluate and choose the platform that best aligns with your goals. Don't miss this practical, insight-packed hour designed to help you take your next step in the Reg CF ecosystem with confidence.SuperCrowd25, August 21st and 22nd: This two-day virtual event is an annual tradition but with big upgrades for 2025! We'll be streaming live across the web and on TV via e360tv. Apply for the Live Pitch here. VIPs get access to our better-than-in-person networking, including backstage passes, VIP networking and an exclusive VIP webinar! Get your VIP access for just $25. A select group of affordable sponsorship opportunities is still available. Learn more here.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Devin Thorpe is featured in a free virtual masterclass series hosted by Irina Portnova titled Break Free, Elevate Your Money Mindset & Call In Overflow, focused on transforming your relationship with money through personal stories and practical insights. June 8-21, 2025.Join Dorian Dickinson, founder & CEO of FundingHope, for Startup.com's monthly crowdfunding workshop, where he'll dive into strategies for successfully raising capital through investment crowdfunding. June 24 at noon Eastern.Future Forward Summit: San Francisco, Wednesday, June 25 · 3:30 - 8:30 pm PDT.Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.Impact Accelerator Summit is a live in-person event taking place in Austin, Texas, from October 23–25, 2025. This exclusive gathering brings together 100 heart-centered, conscious entrepreneurs generating $1M+ in revenue with 20–30 family offices and venture funds actively seeking to invest in world-changing businesses. Referred by Michael Dash, participants can expect an inspiring, high-impact experience focused on capital connection, growth, and global impact.Call for community action:Please show your support for a tax credit for investments made via Regulation Crowdfunding, benefiting both the investors and the small businesses that receive the investments. Learn more here.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 9,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

What happens when an entrepreneur turns their biggest fear—asking for money—into their secret weapon for success? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Maria Springer, founder of Capital Department, to discuss how founders can overcome fundraising anxiety and unlock new paths to capital.Maria's journey began in the social enterprise world of East Africa, where she quickly learned that mastering fundraising was vital to making an impact. Her hard-won expertise now powers Capital Department, a firm that has helped startups secure over $200 million, with a special emphasis on fueling growth through innovative community rounds and crowdfunding.This episode is essential listening for startup founders and investors alike. Maria and Marcia dive into how narrative and organization are key to successful fundraising, the evolving landscape of crowdfunding, and why engaging your community is more powerful than ever. If you want practical fundraising advice and insider stories—like how Pirouette outperformed Substack with a record-setting raise—this conversation is packed with takeaways you won't want to miss. To get the latest from Maria Springer, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariaspringer/https://www.capitaldept.com/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

Main Topic:  Crowdfunding Your Book: Why Kickstarter Might Be the Perfect Launchpad, with guest J.P. Rindfleisch IX PATREON: Thank you to our existing patrons for believing in our work offline and here in the podcast.  Become a patron of the arts at Patreon.com/valerieihsan for books, writing instruction, coaching, and planning. Also, the Planner Plays and Monthly Reflections are always free for all members on my Patreon page. But I don't list them as Public", so click correct tier for updated links, dates, and cancellations.  Go to Patreon.com/strangeairstories for short stories in the paranormal mystery genre.   Magic Mind Mental Performance Shot and Sleep Shot. Up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code VALERIE20 at checkout You can claim it at: https://magicmind.com/VALERIE20   Segment 1 (Announcements/Author Updates): (Valerie): creating content for marketing, preparing to warm up my ice cold email list by writing three personal stories in letter format to explain my absence and reengage with them, planning a three-part podcast series called The Book You Were Born to Write, so look for that coming up next week. Trying to show up on IG every day. (Biz coach recs) • Aligned Author: A bespoke book coaching journey for soul-led experts, creatives, and writers ready to channel their life's work into a living, breathing legacy.)  I created Aligned Author to provide a sacred space for authors to truly understand what has been holding them back, to learn how to merge the soul with the ego, to live and create in that duality, and to discover their own superpowers.  JP: 3 months FT author, TikTok shop main stream of income; The Alchemist Baker of Rosen-- (Erick):  What are you reading? JP:  House of Frank (Kay Synclaire) Valerie: Just finished: One of Us Knows (Alyssa Cole) Your Human Design (Shayna and Dana; DayLuna); The Five-Star Weekend (Elin Hilderbrand) (Not ready to give up on them, but struggling to finish them:) Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman; The Year of the Puppy (Alexandra Horowitz) ;  The Teller of Small Fortunes Julie Leong  Erick:   Segment 2 (Resources/Tips/Tidbits): Tidbit #1: • Tidbit #2:    Segment 3 (Main Topic):  Talking with guest JP Rindfleisch IX ABOUT Hi, I'm JP Rindfleisch IX—author of cozy, queer fantasy and strange fiction where whimsy meets the weird. My stories often explore grief, transformation, and queer joy, wrapped in a little magic, a dash of mischief, and a whole lot of heart. I'm the author of Mandrake Manor and Mosswood Apothecary. I also co-write NRDS: National Recently Deceased Services, a paranormal comedy series, and the Leah Ackerman Dark Paranormal Academy Series. I call Rockford, Illinois home, where I founded Rockford Area Writers, a growing community of 80+ local authors and creatives who support each other's craft. When I'm not writing, you can usually find me wandering forest trails, stirring vegan kitchen witchery (potatoes-as-nacho-cheese is a specialty), or hosting writing sprints and cozy chaos over on Twitch as CheshirePope. I live with a very opinionated husky and an even more talkative African grey parrot. Both have strong opinions about storytelling. Thanks for stopping by. Make yourself at home—browse the shop, grab a tale (or two), and if you sit still long enough, I just might tell you a story. Notes: Let's talk about Kickstarters. Last month you had 338 backers pledge $18,040 for your first kickstarter. All stretch goals met, funded in seven minutes ($1000) Why crowdfunding? good feedback and engagement with Tapas (and Kindle Vella). Kickstarter backer himself.  Researched kickstarter by interviewing authors that had done it. Watch the kickstarters and how they interacted. Sacha Black helped him with good advice. (Find her as author Ruby Roe.) Campaign planning: tiers need to be financially responsible; stretch goals; What makes it special HERE on KS.  Steps to a Kickstarter (KS): 1. Set up "Notify me on Launch" to collect followers (sudo-preorder) (4 months to a year) Maybe the amount of followers is who pledged? You don't have to have all the pieces ready before hitting "pre" launch. 1.5  (order basic sample copy for physical imagery) before hitting Launch. (Optional) 2. Look for successful models on KS to copy as template. Use Canva for images needed. Six hours to upload copy and photos for all the add ons (backlist). (~20 hours total?) 3. To keep campaign active and live, update often (every two days). On Twitch every day to incentivize and hype. Live streaming on Twitch and IG to pitch fast. Find ways to grab people. Think through livestream campaigns in future so not repeating self. (Can have live stretch-goals and they don't have to be monetary.) Hype is about showing up. TikToks everyday, and refining what say and ingraining what I want to say. Productivity streams on Twitch helped practice those talking times in front of camera. Learned how to fill the dead air/space. 4. Backing drives ups the popularity of the campaign. (More backers = shows up in recommendations (for 1st time campaigners), and can get into categories (through review process). Projects we love list is great. Hype or backing helps it gets seen, and then KS sends emails to their list, too. 2nd campaigners get KS to email previous backers that you have a new campaign coming out.  5. Launch time: watching the numbers, handling messages and comments that come in, admin, verbiage changed for unlocks and photo switches, write updates.  Can use page after launch is over as a newsletter sort-of. Add links to updates to invite them to your newsletters. Opt-in to newsletter in final survey. 6. Tiers planning: Think through what they will be, and how your backers will interact with that. (Tiers from JP's campaign: Digital, PB special edition, HC special edition, HC with prints and stickers, resellers or clubs 5 copies, HC+painting and print. ) You want super-high tier because most people buy in the middle.  How long to run the campaign? 30 days max. (17-20 days average) Saggy middle/plateaus are common.  Miscellaneous: Add-ons are different than stretch goals: All your backlist books should be add-ons.  Stretch goals can also fund (unlocked) add-ons. Wanted to add artwork. Kickstarter helps prove people want your idea. Collector's editions. Funding goal: what it would cost to print and ship the book. (Could include editing and cover design) Need to cost out the print run for a number to use. Discoverability: Hard on KS. Twitch fans productivity stream become street team to build following on Kickstarter. Use Kickstarter for Authors FB group. (Like newsletter swaps/literary citizenship.)  Shop: https://shop.jprindfleischix.com     And don't forget: Go to valerieihsan.com to schedule a free consultation to see if Aligned Author is right for you.   Get 48% off the Magic Mind : https://magicmind.com/VALERIE20 and use Valerie20 at checkout. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance  

The Hidden Lightness with Jimmy Hinton – The trends of 2025 are clear: Americans want their giving to be meaningful, immediate, and effective. Crowdfunding platforms are empowering grassroots efforts. Donor-advised funds are helping people give with intention. And online tools are making it easier than ever to connect to causes you care about deeply...

Giuseppe Castellano talks to award-winning cartoonist, author, and comedian, Jason Chatfield, and award-winning illustrator and creator of Ten Minute Artist, Adam Ming, about what they like and don't like about Substack, how it can benefit illustrators creatively and financially; and more.To learn more about Jason and Adam, visit jasonchatfield.com and adamming.com.Artists mentioned in this episode include: Austin Kleon, Wendy MacNaughton, and Asher Perlman If you find value in this podcast, you can support it by subscribing to our best-selling publication, Notes On Illustration, on Substack. Among other benefits, you will gain access to bonus episodes we call “Extra Credit”. | Visit illustrationdept.com for offerings like mentorships and portfolio reviews, testimonials, our alumni showcase, and more. | Music for the podcast was created by Oatmello.

Lords: * Mark * https://wyrmburden.bandcamp.com/album/strange-sorcerous * Shirley * https://shop.naturmacht.com/sorcerot-merch/sorceroet-rotten-magick-vinyl-crowdfunding-lim Topics: * Music League * Shaping the Head Like a Japanese Watermelon * Kugelmugel * https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kugelmugel * Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley * https://www.emilyperlkingsley.com/welcome-to-holland * Using drugs in 2025 * https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:UStimeline.Drugsinvolvedinoverdosedeaths.jpg Microtopics: * Wyrm Burden. * Metal bands running out of cool word combinations. * Checking Metal Archives. * Canadian atmospheric sludge metal. * Sorcerot. * Crowdfunding a vinyl pressing because your label refuses to pay for it. * Music that is not on Spotify. * How many Music Leagues you're part of right now. * A competition to see who has the best taste in music. * A song about a horse. * Adversarial Music League. * Posting on the internet with the goal of getting the same number of upvotes and downvotes. * Benign Hypotonia and the Floppy Baby. * Wearing a helmet 23 hours a day to adjust the shape of your skull. * Heads that smell like feet. * A very head-shaped head. * Babies that look like the Gary Oldman character in The Fifth Element. * A cone-shaped otter. * Zorg and Zord. * What kind of gear is this baby on? * Eat clen, tren hard. * Collecting as many physical therapists as possible. * A sweet little guy who's having a great time. * Putting on your resume your first word and the age you first walked. * Parent influencers with bad takes. * A baby that expands to the size of its container, so they'll stay baby sized forever unless you move into a bigger house. * Listen, have you ever evaluated anything? It's not easy. * Vibes-Based Medicine. * Declaring your metal sphere a micronation. * Closing the borders of your 8 meter micronation during COVID. * Building a house that looks like a ball. * Declaring your new house a micronation after the city refuses to grant you a building permit. * Antifascism Square. * Declaring your baby paddock a micronation. * A very good basically-a-poem. * Disabilities that are worse than going to Holland. * Trying to figure out how to live with the life you have. * Making peace with the fact that you didn't achieve all your dreams. * Divisive takes about sleep training. * Outcomes associated with prolonged cortisol exposure. * Category One Squawking. * Spending six years figuring out how to get your kid to fall asleep. * The term they invented to remind parents that just because things are good now, that doesn't mean they stay good forever, which is true for everything, but for children sleeping they have a specific term for it. * Getting real sad and going home. * Trying to take any drug except for fentanyl. * Fentanyl test strips from reliable suppliers. * If Coolio isn't safe, who is? * Narcan vending machines. * Walking down the street like you have Narcan in your pocket. * The terrifying gray line that dominates the entire graph. * A credible threat to a lot of recreational drug users. * Finally inventing the nightmare drug that DARE wanted you to be terrified of. * Nostalgia for street heroin. * The role that dopamine plays in human behavior. * A dogshit drug even from a drug enjoyer's perspective. * The only internet you even like any more.

Are you cultivating "true fans" or just collecting complainers? Join Andrew and Sean as they unravel the complex relationships between investors, consumers, true fans, and complainers, and how each group can make or break your business.   Ever wondered how to distinguish genuine supporters from those who might harm your community? We dive into Seth Godin's intriguing email about "generous stans" versus "cranky fans" and explore the delicate balance of engaging with your audience as partners, not just consumers.   We also take a look at Blizzard Entertainment's journey with World of Warcraft, illustrating the power of community feedback and adaptation. Plus, Andrew shares personal insights from involving fans in the development of his board game, Deliverance.   Tune in to discover how to foster a thriving fanbase that supports your mission and propels your brand to new heights! Links to check out! Seth's Blog 1,000 fans (which sort?) - https://seths.blog/2025/05/user-interaction-design-drives-outcomes/   20 Years of World of Warcraft Meeting Players Where They Are - Ion Hazzikostas, Blizzard- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8f223_Km7qc   Thank you to our sponsors! HeroTime1.com - Get a 3% discount off your Hero Time Manufacturing order using code: CrowdfundingNerds101   BridgeDist.com - We recommend Bridge Distribution & Fulfillment for US fulfillment and Amazon fulfillment. We use them for our own projects, too!   CrowdfundingNerds.com/Academy - If you are looking to DIY your crowdfunding, we have highly impactful courses that teach you how to build, excite, and prepare a crowd to fund you on Launch Day!     Check out our website at crowdfundingnerds.com and join our bustling community on Facebook.   Stay Nerdy!

Hier gehts zum Beitrag ►► https://passives-einkommen-mit-p2p.de/p2p-kredite-27-25-crowdfunding-risiko/ Hier kannst du der Community beitreten ►► https://bit.ly/p2p-community Willkommen zu den neuen P2P-Kredite-News! Es gab gleich mehrere Meldungen mit Zündstoff. Die Titelstory dreht sich um einen brisanten Fachartikel über Crowdfunding, der den Anleger-„Schutz“ in der Luft zerreißt. Ventus Energy hat nun offiziell einen regulierten Fonds aufgelegt und greift nach dem großen Geld. Mintos startet eine eigene Hochrisiko-Anleihe mit 12 % Zins. Bondora legt Rückgewinnungsdaten offen, die man sich genauer anschauen sollte. Und Esketit meldet eine spektakuläre Rückzahlung trotz Utopia-Pleite – doch dahinter lauert ein ganz anderer Abgrund. 5 P2P News in extremer Kürze auf YouTube, dem Blog & hier, damit ihr auf dem aktuellsten Stand seid. Ganz schnell & ganz kurz unter dem Motto, 5 News in 5 Minuten. Viel Spaß mit den News der letzten Woche.

Marketers spend a fortune trying to understand their audience, conducting surveys, focus groups, and market research—but what if they could just ask their ideal customer directly? With synthetic personas, that's now possible. But how reliable are they? And how far can we really take this technology? Joining me today is Narek Vardanyan, CEO of Prelaunch.com, a platform focused on helping businesses validate their ideas before launching. Prelaunch.com recently introduced Customer Persona, an innovative tool that allows marketers to chat with AI-generated personas built on real audience data. About Narek Vardanyan I founded my marketing agency, TCF, in 2017, after my first eBook “57 Secrets of Crowdfunding” became the crowdfunding bestseller on Amazon.In the years that followed, I grew TCF to over 100 team members, making it the world's biggest crowdfunding marketing agency. We've managed dozens of million-dollar campaigns, and helped creators launch successful brands. Many of these became the most funded campaigns in their categories.Our team is now focused on building an ecosystem of companies and platforms that help creators from all over the world bring their innovations to life. Resources Prelaunch: https://www.prelaunch.com https://www.prelaunch.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brandsDon't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150" Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.showCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

In this week's AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing, Host Dr. Judith Briles reveals the power of using and implementing a crowdfunding campaign for your book—or any project that is in your wheelhouse. Only 35% of publishing related campaigns. You will get tips on how to be in the minority! -Crowdfunding stats for 2023. Some are eye-opening. -Crowdfunding moneys can be used to print your book. -Crowdfunding moneys can be used to push out a marketing and publicity campaign. -Crowdfunding moneys can be used to spin off a screenplay. -Crowdfunding moneys can be used to seed your next project. -Crowdfunding can build buzz for you, your expertise, your book. Crowdfunding is work—don't kid yourself. It will take some time and definitely, energy. You will need to sprinkle in your creativity to bring the spark that becomes a magnet to attract crowdfunding participants you have no previous connection to. Your listening takeaways include: -The Who, Where, Why, Why, and When of your campaign. -What the essential components of every campaign must include. -The secret sauces that every campaign must have. -Judith's cheat sheet for success. And, of course, much more. Tune in for lots of ideas and how-to tactics via the AuthorU-Your Guide to Book Publishing podcast. Since its inception, over 21,000,000 listeners have downloaded various shows for practical publishing and book marketing guidance. Join me and become a regular subscriber.

César Vidal entrevista a la periodista Paula Bistagnino. https://www.cesarvidal.tv/candilejas-teatro-y-espectaculo/videos/entrevista-a-paula-bistagnino-la-verdad-oculta-sobre-el-opus-dei-04-07-24 Pulsa aquí para donar en el Crowdfunding de La Voz: http://kck.st/42UCR95 A raíz de la acusación por trata de mujeres contra Mariano Fazio Fernández, número dos del Opus Dei en Argentina, recuperamos esta entrevista con la periodista Paula Bistagnino, quien nos reveló los detalles de su investigación recogida en el libro Te serviré, publicado por la editorial Planeta. Paula Bistagnino (Buenos Aires, 1977) es periodista y licenciada en Comunicación Social por la Universidad de Buenos Aires. Desde hace dos décadas escribe sobre sociedad, política y derechos humanos en medios como eldiario.es, eldiario.ar, BBC, Infobae, La Nación y Revista Anfibia, entre otros. Su investigación sobre el Opus Dei en Argentina fue finalista del Premio GABO y galardonada con el Premio FOPEA a la Mejor Investigación del año en 2021. Actualmente trabaja como periodista freelance y conductora de radio. Te serviré, su último libro, indaga en las prácticas y estructuras internas de la organización católica y ha sido editado por el sello Planeta.

We speak with Gianluca Gabrielli, co-founder of IAS Creative, a Rome-based design studio helping creators bring products to life with stunning 3D visuals and storytelling. In this episode, you'll learn: Why 3D animation is the most powerful visual tool for validation How to create compelling product stories with zero inventory The difference between studio renders and lifestyle scenarios Why storytelling and branding must go hand-in-hand for crowdfunding success How AI is changing the way creators communicate with agencies Perfect for creators in the pre-launch phase or anyone curious about visual strategy. Resources and Tools Mentioned: Book a coaching call Subscribe for Weekly Crowdfunding Tips Fulfillrite: Kickstarter and crowdfunding reward fulfillment services. They come highly recommended! Download their free shipping and fulfillment checklist FREE Kickstarter Course Kickstarter Launch Formula Audiobook AI Creative AIS Creative on Instagram

This week we discuss a proposal in Fedora 44 to remove support for 32 bit libraries. We address your Kubernetes questions and talk about 2-in-one laptops with touchscreens! -- During The Show -- 00:54 Intro VLANs on Linux Trunk into V-Host Not using NetPlan Using bridges to different ports 11:23 Kubernetes - Nick Steve and Open Shift The disconnect If you bring it, you are "the guy" You need to understand what you are running Write back in! As nerds we need to pull back the covers 21:00 How Noah got started with Linux Got it working Company paid to train Noah 22:42 News Wire xfsprogs - lwn.net (https://lwn.net/Articles/1026870/) Cryptsetup 2.8 - phoronix.com (https://www.phoronix.com/news/Cryptsetup-2.8-Released) Docker 28.3 - docs.docker.com (https://docs.docker.com/engine/release-notes/28/) Rust 1.88 - releases.rs (https://releases.rs/docs/1.88.0/) Mir 2.21 - app.daily.dev (https://app.daily.dev/posts/mir-2-21-released-with-cursor-scaling-mouse-keys-support-dj8rkcvxb) Firefox ESR 140 - mozilla.org (https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/140.0/releasenotes/) Jonathan Bryce To Lead CNCF - thenewstack.io (https://thenewstack.io/linux-foundation-appoints-jonathan-bryce-to-lead-cncf/) Refresh OS 2.5 - refreshos.org (https://refreshos.org/download_refreshos_2-5.html) TheSSS 49 - sourceforge.net (https://sourceforge.net/projects/thesss/) Tails 6.17 - torproject.org (https://blog.torproject.org/new-release-tails-6_17/) Oracle 10 - blogs.oracle.com (https://blogs.oracle.com/linux/post/oracle-linux-10-now-generally-available) Fedora May Drop 32-bit packages - tomshardware.com (https://www.tomshardware.com/software/linux/fedora-linux-ponders-dropping-32-bit-packages-could-force-bazzite-to-shut-down-according-to-its-creator) Berkely Humanoid Robot - fox.com (https://www.foxnews.com/tech/berkeley-launches-lightweight-open-source-humanoid-robot) DeviceLayout.jl Open Source - amazon.com (https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/quantum-computing/design-quantum-integrated-circuits-with-open-source-software-devicelayout-jl-from-aws/) A2A Protocol Project - campustechnology.com (https://campustechnology.com/articles/2025/06/24/linux-foundation-to-host-protocol-for-ai-agent-interoperability.aspx) Gemini CLI - blog.google (https://blog.google/technology/developers/introducing-gemini-cli-open-source-ai-agent/) Google has announced Gemini CLI: an open-source CLI AI agent GitHub Copilot - visualstudiomagazine.com (https://visualstudiomagazine.com/articles/2025/06/30/vs-code-goes-transparent-as-open-source-ai-editor.aspx) Ernie 4.5 - techtarget.com (https://www.techtarget.com/searchenterpriseai/news/366626838/Baidu-makes-foundation-model-Ernie-45-open-source) 24:34 Touch Laptop/Tablet - Aryeh HP ProBook CTC Solutions Donates Laptops Writing scripts for 2in1 PineTab2 29:15 Gift Buying - Carey Geek buying gift guide before Black Friday/Cyber Monday Noah is already making a list Seagate Iron Wolf Pro Backblaze survey Recertified MDD Drives Treat drives like cattle Drive warranty 37:25 Liberux Nexx Phone Liberux (https://liberux.net/) Nexx Indiegogo (https://liberux.net/) Open Source and Crowdfunding done right Noah doesn't crowd fund hardware PinePhone Pro comes close Liberux Nexx Hardware kill switches Replaceable eMMC, RAM, Cellular Built for Linux Steve needs an MP3 player 46:20 Fedora 44 and 32 bit 32 bit required for games and older software 32 bit vs TPM 2.0 Removing 32 bit could kill projects like Bazzite Canonical tried this and back tracked We may get 32 bit emulators How long will 32 bit stick around fedoraprojet.org (https://discussion.fedoraproject.org/t/f44-change-proposal-drop-i686-support-system-wide/156324/303) tomshardware.com (https://www.tomshardware.com/software/linux/fedora-linux-ponders-dropping-32-bit-packages-could-force-bazzite-to-shut-down-according-to-its-creator) -- The Extra Credit Section -- For links to the articles and material referenced in this week's episode check out this week's page from our podcast dashboard! This Episode's Podcast Dashboard (http://podcast.asknoahshow.com/448) Phone Systems for Ask Noah provided by Voxtelesys (http://www.voxtelesys.com/asknoah) Join us in our dedicated chatroom #GeekLab:linuxdelta.com on Matrix (https://element.linuxdelta.com/#/room/#geeklab:linuxdelta.com) -- Stay In Touch -- Find all the resources for this show on the Ask Noah Dashboard Ask Noah Dashboard (http://www.asknoahshow.com) Need more help than a radio show can offer? Altispeed provides commercial IT services and they're excited to offer you a great deal for listening to the Ask Noah Show. Call today and ask about the discount for listeners of the Ask Noah Show! Altispeed Technologies (http://www.altispeed.com/) Contact Noah live [at] asknoahshow.com -- Twitter -- Noah - Kernellinux (https://twitter.com/kernellinux) Ask Noah Show (https://twitter.com/asknoahshow) Altispeed Technologies (https://twitter.com/altispeed)

Episode 585: Meeple Nation July 2025 News    Show Notes    Episode release date is July 2, 2025   It is time again for our news episode. We will be talking about some gaming highlights, new games, new game announcements, and we may even manage to get to some crowdfunding games too.  Come join us at the game table.   Sponsorship Game Toppers  SaltCON   Intro of Meeple Nation The World's Okayest Podcast. Web Page Links to Episodes SaltPOD: A SaltCON Podcast Bios Email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com Patreon Instagram @meeplenation Facebook Meeple Nation Facebook Group Meeple Nation Off Air X Meeple Nation Discord Meeple Nation Come watch us on YouTube   Meeple Nation Gaming Highlights Nathan Games with Dianne Azul Lucky Numbers Tsuro Douglas Azul Duel Dorfromantik Dorfromantik Duel Res Arcana Duo    This episode as with all of our news episodes is broken into three sections. New Game releases: games that can now be found in the wild, new game acquisitions, and games we are eager to try. Game announcements: This is a list of games that are fulfilling maybe and have not yet reached the store shelves, unless it is a CMON game then it is on the game shelf and backers are waiting disgruntled. New game announcements also include games that are in late production and will be released at a future time. Crowdfunding is games that have piqued our interest and maybe have even been backed by us. So with that, let's turn to the table and see what games we are talking about today.   New Game Releases Wondrous Creatures DC Forever The Anarchy Marvel Champions: Falcon Marvel Champions: Winter Soldier  https://arkhamdb.com/ https://marvelcdb.com/ https://ringsdb.com/  New Game Announcements Clank!: Catacombs - Underworld Point Galaxy Fortunes of Scoundrel Bay Gwent: The Legendary Card Game Azure Wispwood Wroth Recall Crowdfunding Games Kickstarter Endeavor Deep Sea: Uncharted Waters Gamefound Lord of the Rings: The Confrontation

How can everyday people become startup investors? How can business owners secure funding without giving up control, relying on traditional banks, or chasing venture capital? Today's guest has the solution! In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg is joined by Jonny Price, President of Wefunder, to explore the rise of investment crowdfunding and how Wefunder is making it more accessible to people like you and me. Jonny shares how platforms like WeFunder differ from Kickstarter and GoFundMe, how founders can raise capital from their communities, and how regular people can invest in startups—from tech to taco joints—for as little as $100. Highlighting real-world success stories and candid insights about risk, returns, and the future of fintech, this episode is for founders and aspiring investors alike. What to expect in this episode: Crowdfunding Decoded: The key differences between Kickstarter, GoFundMe, and investment platforms like WeFunder Breaking the Barriers: How regulation crowdfunding opened the private markets to everyday investors From Main Street to IPO: How local businesses and billion-dollar startups raised capital from regular people The Reality Check: What investors need to know about risk, illiquidity, and long-term returns The Founder's Playbook: Steps to prepare, structure, and legally launch a successful crowdfunding campaign Law & Compliance 101: What attorneys must understand about SEC rules and equity crowdfunding deal terms The Story Sells: Why narrative, community engagement, and relentless hustle make or break a raise What's Next in Fintech: Predictions on the future of private market access and the evolving legal landscape Key Actionable Takeaways: Know Your Model: Donation platforms offer perks; WeFunder offers equity—choose based on your business goals and capital needs Invest with Eyes Open: Crowdfunding can democratize investing, but startups are risky—never invest more than you can afford to lose Build Before You Fundraise: Founders should validate demand, grow a community, and prepare a compelling pitch before launching Legal First, Always: Ensure SEC compliance, proper deal structure, and legal review before going live with an investment offering Stay tuned for more updates, and don't miss our next deep dive on Cut to The Chase: Podcast with Gregg Goldfarb! Subscribe, rate, review, and share this episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast!   Resources: Check out Wefunder: https://wefunder.com  See Jonny's investments: https://wefunder.com/jonny Connect with Jonny on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnyprice   This episode was produced and brought to you by Reignite Media.

First-Hand Insight into Ukraine War: Interview with Stephen HumphreysIn this episode, Stephen Humphreys, a US attorney who has spent significant time in Ukraine since the full-scale Russian invasion, shares his experiences and observations. He discusses the escalating situation, the impact of Russian attacks on cities like Odesa and Kyiv, and the resilience of the Ukrainian people. Humphreys also highlights his efforts in communicating these realities to an American audience and his ongoing work on legal actions related to war crimes. Additionally, the episode explores the challenges faced by local Ukrainian media professionals and the broader geopolitical implications of the conflict.----------Birmingham attorney Stephen Humphreys has spent considerable periods of time during the full-scale war in Ukraine mainly working on war crimes investigations, volunteering to help train Ukrainian armed forces, and teaching law and history at the Taras Shevchenko National University in Kyiv.----------CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and Meeting Stephen Humphreys00:32 Crowdfunding for Ukrainian Aid01:03 Stephen's Experience in Ukraine02:09 Escalation of Russian Attacks04:03 American Volunteers and Media Coverage05:17 Disinformation and Political Narratives09:10 Communicating the Ukrainian Crisis16:08 Legal Actions and Media Accountability30:57 War Crimes and Future Plans33:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts----------ARTICLES AND INTERVIEWS:https://www.al.com/news/2023/07/guest-opinion-in-ukraine-to-help-alabama-man-finds-hope-for-home.html----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Save Ukrainehttps://www.saveukraineua.org/Superhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/kharpp - Reconstruction project supporting communities in Kharkiv and Przemyślhttps://kharpp.com/NOR DOG Animal Rescuehttps://www.nor-dog.org/home/----------PLATFORMS:Twitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconcurtain/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqmLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------Welcome to the Silicon Curtain podcast. Please like and subscribe if you like the content we produce. It will really help to increase the popularity of our content in YouTube's algorithm. Our material is now being made available on popular podcasting platforms as well, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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Scarlett: Reliquary of Souls is a new show from the creators of Hannahpocalypse & Cybernautica. A bold, new gothic audio thriller about gods, grief, and the ones who fight because no one else will. Crowdfunding now until July 14th on Kickstarter! Starring Amanda Hufford as Scarlett Velasco and Allanah Fitzgerald as Anne Sagona. Featuring music from Chelsea Wolfe, Emma Ruth Rundle and Secession Studios. Learn more about the show and rewards for backing the project here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2019418062/scarlett-reliquary-of-souls or by following the path at https://www.redfathom.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathleen Minogue is a creative at heart and a former educator who never imagined a future in finance. But during the dot-com boom, an unexpected opportunity at JP Morgan changed her trajectory. While working there, she noticed a striking gap: those seeking venture capital rarely came from creative fields. It wasn't until she helped crowdfund a film she produced that she discovered the power of crowdfunding and found her true calling.   -Chapters- 00:00 Introduction and background 5:31 Entrepreneurial background 7:03 Overcoming nerves 10:12 Going from side hustle to small business 20:06 Mistakes in crowdfunding 23:34 Setting boundaries 25:55 Reflecting back on the business 31:05 Advice for other entrepreneurs 32:03 Closing and contact

In this episode of the Solopreneur Grind podcast, host Josh Schachnow chats with Sam Anthony, founder of YourNews.com, about the future of news media and entrepreneurship. Sam discusses his venture into a hyper-local news platform, covering everything from local events to national news.  He explains the downfall of traditional media, the transition to digital platforms, and the new ways to monetize news through local journalism. Sam also shares insights on his journey from investment banking to creating a scalable news model, and the role of equity crowd funding in raising capital for startups.  Tune in to learn about the innovative changes in media and how entrepreneurs can navigate the evolving landscape: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:34 Sam Anthony's Background and Business Overview 01:09 Challenges in Traditional Media and the Shift to Digital 02:51 The Birth of a New Business Model 04:41 Scaling and Monetizing Local News 07:44 Building a News Marketplace 13:21 Advertising Strategies and Future Plans 17:38 User-Generated Content and Liability 20:28 Challenges of Scaling a Business 22:36 Equity Crowdfunding Explained 30:46 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 34:02 How to Get Involved and Invest --- Want to get even more solopreneur podcasts, content and the first 3 chapters of my e-book: “Just Get Started: Key business lessons from 2 businesses, 5 years and 100+ podcast episodes”?  Make sure you're subscribed on my Substack here: https://joshschachnow.substack.com/ --- Where to find Sam: https://yournews.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-anthony-yournews/ #sgpodcast  #solopreneur  #businesspodcast

In today's episode, you will learn a series of vocabulary words that are connected to a specific topic. This lesson will help you improve your ability to speak English fluently about a specific topic. It will also help you feel more confident in your English abilities. 5 Vocabulary WordsCampaign (Noun): A coordinated series of activities and efforts to raise money or support for a project or cause. Example Sentences:The startup launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund the development of their new app.The campaign was promoted through social media to reach a wider audience.Successful campaigns often have a clear message and engage with potential backers effectively.Backer (Noun): An individual who supports a crowdfunding project by contributing money or resources.Example Sentences:The project exceeded its funding goal thanks to the generosity of numerous backers.Backers are often offered rewards or incentives in exchange for their support.Keeping backers informed about the progress of the project is crucial for maintaining their trust.Pledge (Noun / Verb): A commitment to donate a specific amount of money to a crowdfunding campaign.Example Sentences:She made a pledge to contribute $100 to the crowdfunding campaign for the new gadget.The campaign saw a surge in pledges after a high-profile endorsement.Campaign organizers track pledges to gauge how close they are to reaching their funding goal.Milestone (Noun): A significant point or stage in the progress of a crowdfunding campaign, often tied to specific funding goals or project achievements.Example Sentences:Reaching the first milestone of $10,000 was a major achievement for the crowdfunding campaign.Milestones are often celebrated and used to update backers on the campaign's progress.The project set several milestones to encourage continued support and investment.Reward (Noun): An incentive or benefit offered to backers in exchange for their support of a crowdfunding project.Example Sentences:Backers who contributed $50 received a special edition of the product as a reward.Rewards are often tiered based on the amount of the pledge to attract more supporters.The campaign included creative rewards to encourage higher levels of backing.A Paragraph using the 5 vocabulary wordsCrowdfunding is a process of raising funds from a large number of people, typically through the internet. In a typical crowdfunding campaign, a project initiator sets a funding goal and offers rewards to individuals who pledge to contribute money. These rewards can be anything from a simple thank-you message to a physical product or service. As the campaign progresses, it often reaches milestones that can unlock additional rewards or benefits for backers. The success of a crowdfunding campaign depends on the ability to attract a large number of backers who are willing to support the project.If you want to sign up for the free daily English vocabulary newsletter, go towww.dailyenglishvocabulary.com

Cloudastructure has raised over $57 million to transform video surveillance from a passive recording tool into an active crime prevention platform. What started as a solution born from a laptop theft in a South of Market office has evolved into an AI-powered service that protects multifamily properties across the country. In this episode of Category Visionaries, we spoke with Rick Bentley, founder of Cloudastructure, about his unconventional path to building a category-defining company—from working at the legendary General Magic to self-funding his startup by working as a contractor in Baghdad. Topics Discussed: How a laptop theft incident revealed the fundamental flaws in traditional video surveillance systems The breakthrough moment when Google open-sourced TensorFlow in 2015 and its impact on computer vision Cloudastructure's pivot from broad security applications to finding product-market fit in multifamily properties The company's unique crowdfunding success, raising $35 million from 13,000 individual investors Building a hybrid AI-human monitoring system with guards operating from India The technical evolution from basic object detection to holistic, cross-camera intelligence using LLM-like systems GTM Lessons For B2B Founders: Timing technology waves requires patience and resourcefulness: Rick spent over a decade keeping his cloud video vision alive before the infrastructure caught up. He recognized that Moore's Law would eventually make broadband faster than video files would grow larger, solving the technical constraints. He funded the company through consulting work, including a dangerous stint in Baghdad, demonstrating that sometimes founders need to get creative about survival during technology transition periods. B2B founders should identify self-resolving technical limitations and prepare to bridge the gap through alternative revenue streams. Vertical expertise beats broad horizontal approaches: Cloudastructure's breakthrough came when they hired Whitney, a VP of sales with deep multifamily industry relationships. She brought not just contacts but intimate knowledge of purchasing processes, budgets, and pain points specific to property management companies. Rick noted, "She knew what their budgets were, what their approval processes were, what their pain points were." B2B founders should prioritize hiring salespeople with vertical domain expertise over generalist sales talent when targeting specific industries. Product-market fit emerges from pain intensity, not market size: The multifamily space proved ideal not because of its size, but because of the acute pain property managers experience. Rick explained the stark difference: "The next morning you could have a dozen people in your leasing office because their cars got broken into last night" versus "an email that says these guys showed up, we did a talk down, they ran away." B2B founders should prioritize markets where their solution prevents catastrophic scenarios over those with mild inconveniences, even if the latter appears larger. Crowdfunding can validate B2B concepts when VCs miss the opportunity: After traditional VCs dismissed Cloudastructure as too late to market, Rick raised $35 million through crowdfunding with 13,000 individual investors. This approach not only provided capital but validated market demand from a broader audience. The success came from clearly articulating the value proposition to non-technical investors who could understand the basic premise of preventing crime versus just recording it. B2B founders facing VC skepticism should consider alternative funding sources that might better appreciate their value proposition. Build the full stack when integration creates competitive advantage: Cloudastructure didn't just provide software—they built the entire monitoring infrastructure, including training guards, developing custom interfaces, and managing the complete service delivery. Rick emphasized, "You can't just hop on Fiverr or whatever and say, I need someone to do this. You need to build the tools for them." This vertical integration created defensible value that pure software solutions couldn't match. B2B founders should consider owning more of the value chain when seamless integration significantly improves customer outcomes.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co   //   Don't Miss: New Podcast Series — How I Hire Senior GTM leaders share the tactical hiring frameworks they use to build winning revenue teams. Hosted by Andy Mowat, who scaled 4 unicorns from $10M to $100M+ ARR and launched Whispered to help executives find their next role. Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/53yCHlPfLSMFimtv0riPyM   

In this episode, I speak with Heather Wilson, co-founder of GiveSendGo—a faith-based crowdfunding platform that empowers people to raise funds for causes close to their hearts. Heather shares how the nonprofit got started, what makes it different, and how it's changing lives through generosity, prayer, and purpose.To find out more about this incredible program, visit https://www.givesendgo.com/.Want to be a guest on Life Stories Podcast? Send Shara Goswick a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1718977880777072342a16683

In this episode Ben and Uli talk about the decline in crowdfunding, its distortion of the industry and if it's dying.Support the show hereBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

This Filmmaker Thursday we have exciting news here are Misfit Parade. The IndieGoGo Campaign for Mr. Creamjeans Hidey Hole our very first feature film is live and we need all the support we can muster! Heath, Griffey and Sam discuss the origins of our small Midwestern Horror Production Company, the genesis of Mr. Creamjeans, why we chose to pursue an anthology for our first project, and our hopes and dreams not just for this film but our mission as a whole.  Independent Filmmaking is a battle at all times. Days like today when we get to pull the curtain back on all of our work with audiences is some of the most exciting times we ever get. With your support we can make this movie a cinematic side show for the ages! Please go to the link below and help us any way you can and join our Parade.  Help us make our first feature length Messed Up Movie: https://www.misfitparade.com/mrcreamjeans Support the show on the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/messedupmoviespod Watch our newest short film Sugar Tits Now! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sz7leFqqo4g    

On today's blockbuster episode, Al Mega welcomes back fan-favorite and creator extraordinaire, Hector Rodriguez, to chat about the thrilling Kickstarter launch of El Peso Hero: Border War. Dive into a story rich with gripping drama, intense action, and bold visuals, masterfully exploring the struggles and triumphs at the borderlands. Join us as we uncover Hector's journey since his last appearance, peek behind the scenes of his creative process, and meet his amazing collaborators. We'll also reveal what's next for the iconic El Peso Hero! 🌟 Highlights include: Hector's journey and growth since last appearance. Behind-the-scenes stories of creating El Peso Hero: Border War. Insight into the incredible art and storytelling team. Teasers about the future of the El Peso Hero universe. Support the Kickstarter and be part of comic history: 🔗 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elpesohero/el-peso-hero-border-war Follow Hector Rodriguez and El Peso Hero: 📷 Instagram: @elpesohero 🦠X (formerly Twitter): @ElPesoHero 🌠Website: elpesohero.com Like, comment, and subscribe for more Comic Crusaders magic! WEPA! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 555 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook): @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: / comiccrusadersworld Twitch: / comiccrusaders Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega

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Nearly 80% of Americans are dissatisfied with the cost and coverage provided by their healthcare coverage. Founder and CEO of CrowdHealth, Andy Schoonover, shares that paying cash for medical services typically opens doors to quicker care with a wider selection of doctors. Andy created CrowdHealth to be an avenue to keep individual/family costs at a steady monthly rate while helping negotiate medical expenses with the power of large health insurance companies.CrowdHealth's membership-based platform helps people fund medical expenses through community contributions - without insurance companies. Users also gain access to resources that can help them find the right doctor and tools to navigate the healthcare sphere.Learn more at joincrowdhealth.com and follow on Instagram @joincrowdhealth and X @joincrowdhealth Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

Shannon Watkins doesn't just run a brokerage, with 23 years in the game, she runs an empire. James Clark joined her team after a full career in insurance, and together, they dish on time management, real trust, and why real estate is definitely not part-time work. And if you think your last project was a mess, wait until you hear about the lake house with a hex, a missing contractor, and a seller whose legal spouse was “out of state” for very suspicious reasons. This is an episode you won't want to miss!   Key takeaways to listen for How Shannon's team gives agents the chance to invest instead of just transact The one color on Shannon's calendar that keeps her from burning out What drew James from corporate insurance into a thriving second career Why trust is the currency behind Shannon's team dynamic Brutally honest advice Shannon gives new agents   Resources mentioned in this episode Opus.ai Zillow   About James Clark and Shannon WatkinsShannon is a 23-year real estate veteran based in Georgia. After surviving the 2008 crash and pivoting into landlording, she went on to build a powerhouse brokerage with in-house property management, an investment fund, a staging company, and a team-first culture. Shannon's passion is growing business owners, not just agents, and she's committed to helping every team member become an investor. James is a Georgia-based agent and former insurance professional who transitioned into real estate after semi-retirement. Since joining Shannon's team, James has closed over $12 million in volume in just three years and now serves as both a trusted agent and project manager for team flip properties. Known for his relationship-first approach and calm under pressure, James thrives on trust, teamwork, and client care.   Connect with James and Shannon Instagram: @debaldguy Facebook: James Clark Email: james@shannonsellsteam.com Phone Number: (678) 435-6285   Connect with LeighPlease subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Sponsors"You Ask. Leigh Answers." Your Affordable Coaching ProgramHey there, real estate pros! Are you ready for some more Leigh Brown wisdom in your life? Then don't miss out on my brand-new program, "You Ask. Leigh Answers." It's your exclusive gateway to the insights and advice you need to supercharge your real estate business. With "You Ask. Leigh Answers." you get Direct Access to Leigh Brown, directly! Expert Coaching, Community Connection, and Extensive Resources. Whether listening to this on the go or watching at home, sign up today at Answers.RealEstate and take your business to the next level. Trust me, you'll be glad you did!

We have a very special One Shot series coming to you in two parts, on May 26, 2025 and June 9, 2025 - the official Going Rogue actual play for the combined Galactic & Going Rogue crowdfunder, available only of One Shot. And look out for a special solo interlude episode between them on June 2, 2025! This Going Rogue AP Features: Dillin Apelyan, Austin Walker, satah, Kendrick Smith, and Natalie Watson Going Rogue is a game about cynicism, hope, and making the ultimate sacrifice. Crowdfunding for this game begins TODAY, May 20th, and will be lasting through June 30th, so please check out the crowdfunding page HERE. You can catch the official Actual Play for Going Rogue's sister game, Galactic, with beloved friend of the show, Jeff Stormer over on Party of One. Galactic & Going Rogue comes to you from Jumpgate Games. This trailer was edited and sound designed by satah. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices