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In this episode of the Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson interviews John Lettera, co-founder of Fairbridge Asset Management, a real estate debt platform backed by institutional investors like Oaktree Capital. With 30+ years of experience, John shares his no-nonsense approach to real estate, how military discipline shaped his investing style, and how authenticity and downside risk focus helped him scale from $100K Bronx deals to managing $1B+ nationally. Topics covered include: What institutional investors really look for Why walking every property matters more than AI Mistakes investors make with equity offers The power of saying no and staying in your lane Deal flow as your best capital-raising strategy
Send us a textIn this closing session of Day 1 of the 12th Annual Family Office Super Summit, Richard C. Wilson shares key takeaways from a packed day of investor panels, founder insights, and AI strategy tools that are changing the game for capital raisers and allocators.Richard covers:40+ Ready-to-Use AI Tools for Investors & FoundersWhy timing technology trends like AI, quantum, and robotics mattersReal-world use cases of how family offices are leveraging these toolsHow tools like Clara, Dewey, VETI, and Hyperintelligent save time, reduce risk, and help close more dealsBuilding investor trust through pitch architecture, deep due diligence, and verified dataHow to get the most ROI from live events and the Family Office Club communityWhat's coming on Day 2: More investor panels, founder firechats, and advanced strategiesThis is built on 1,500+ investor presentations, decades of data, and $1B+ in real transactions.If you're a founder, fund manager, or private investor, this session will give you the clarity, tools, and frameworks to level up immediately.
In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, Ankita Narula of Akshaya Patra USA leads a deep and insightful conversation with Vinodh Bhat, Co-Founder of Saavn (now JioSaavn) — India's leading music streaming platform acquired by Reliance Industries. Vinodh shares candid, hard-earned lessons from his journey as a tech entrepreneur, investor, and board advisor across multiple ventures, including: Building a startup through multiple failures before reaching 100M+ users How a strategic partnership with Google skyrocketed Saavn's growth Lessons from raising $290M in venture capital — after 200 rejections Why understanding tailwinds vs. headwinds can make or break a company How technology can solve massive societal problems at scale The conversation also explores philanthropy through innovation, as Ankita highlights how Akshaya Patra feeds over 2 million children per day in India through technology-driven logistics and operational excellence. This fireside chat connects two worlds — high-growth tech entrepreneurship and high-impact philanthropy — offering actionable insights for: Founders scaling in emerging markets Venture builders navigating product-market fit Donors and non-profits looking to apply tech thinking to real-world problems Capital raisers learning how to create momentum and align with the right backers
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In this conversation, Richard C. Wilson discusses his extensive experience in the family office sector, the importance of digital growth, and strategies for engaging with billionaires. He emphasizes the significance of building relationships, understanding the Deca millionaire market, and leveraging AI tools for efficiency. The discussion also covers his vision for the future of his investor club and the importance of consistent goal-setting and networking. 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 —--------------------
In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, I sit down with Michael & Samantha Guthrie of Pacific Capital LLC — founders who scaled one of the largest independent ATM networks in the country to an 8-figure exit. We cover the exact strategies that helped them: Think differently in a wholesale-driven model Partner instead of compete in a saturated market Navigate a successful industry-timed exit Negotiate smart by creating a multi-buyer dynamic Reinvest post-exit into private lending, passive income, and tax-efficient assets We also talk about how they approach capital raising today, the mindset that helped them scale lean with just four employees, and the "PITA Principle" that helped streamline operations before their exit. If you're a founder, family office investor, or dealmaker trying to build something real, this conversation is packed with hard-won insights and tactical advice from two entrepreneurs who've lived it — and exited successfully.
Send us a textIn this exclusive billionaire fireside chat, Richard C. Wilson sits down with Grant Cardone to talk about cash, scale, real estate, and why he's now blending apartment cash flow with Bitcoin liquidity.From taking a $350M Boca Raton asset out of bankruptcy from Blackstone, to raising $1.8B+ in equity directly from investors instead of Wall Street, Grant walks through how he thinks about capital, risk, and building a portfolio designed to last decades.What you'll learn:
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In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson sits down with Paul Hutchinson, co-founder of a multi-billion dollar real estate investment fund, founder of the Child Liberation Foundation and Liberating Humanity, and primary investor/executive producer of the film "Sound of Freedom." Paul shares how he went from a $20M exit in his 20s, to losing hundreds of thousands on his first real estate deals, to ultimately building a multi-billion dollar multifamily platform by bringing in world-class partners, managing risk, and operating with uncompromising integrity through the 2008 crisis. He also opens up about his decision to commit 10–20% of his income and time to philanthropy early in life, how that shifted his opportunities, and the core mindset that makes someone truly effective at raising capital. Then Paul dives into his undercover work rescuing children, the real story behind "Sound of Freedom," what families actually need to know about trafficking risk, and why he now focuses on global healing and trauma-release through Liberating Humanity and transformational retreats. In this episode, you will learn: How Paul built and sold his first company (anxiety and mental health education) for $20M before age 30 Why he lost money on his first real estate deals and the specific pivot into B-class multifamily that changed everything How bringing in "overqualified" partners (ex–Citigroup leadership, global capital raisers) turned a good firm into a multi-billion dollar fund The role of integrity during the 2008 crisis and how not losing principal created 48% IRR years and long-term investor trust Why committing 10–20% of income and time to giving early can radically change your deal flow, relationships, and opportunities The inside story of Paul's first undercover rescue mission, the making and distribution journey of "Sound of Freedom," and practical ways to better protect your own children If you want to go deeper into capital raising, integrity-based deal structures, and building a life that actually makes a global impact, this conversation will challenge how you think about money, mission, and what "success" really looks like. Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools https://familyoffices.com/
Send us a textIn this session, Richard C. Wilson breaks down the six must-have assets almost every capital raiser is missing, and how to show up like an institutional-quality professional instead of “just another deal.”Here are the 6 must-haves he covers:Unique position – a clearly defined, memorable niche so investors know exactly where you fit and why you're different.One-line capital-raising pitch – a single sentence with 3 data points explaining what you do, why people trust you, and the value you add.Founder video – a short, authentic video that builds trust, shows who you are, and briefly walks through what your company actually does.Visual one-pager – a simple, scan-friendly one page that an investor can understand between the gate and their airplane seat.Concise pitch deck – ideally 10–15 pages (or under 25 pages) that investors will really read, with the detail pushed to a data room instead of a 44-page info dump.Due diligence data room – organized documents plus a master DDQ and background check ready to go so serious investors can dig in quickly.Richard also shares why:– Relationships drive investment decisions more than IRR projections– Consistent, niche content (talks, videos, articles, etc.) makes you locally, then nationally known– Tools like CRMs, AI call transcription, outbound dialers, and even old-school direct mail can dramatically improve your investor follow-up– Protecting your time, saying no, and moving fast are common patterns among the most successful family offices and foundersIf you're raising capital or advising portfolio companies, this talk gives you a practical checklist for becoming investor-ready and upgrading the quality of the conversations you're having.Learn more at https://familyoffices.com/ for events, investor club memberships, and capital-raising tools.https://familyoffices.com/
Send us a textIn this episode, Richard C. Wilson sits down with his friend and investor club member Dr. Dat Nguyen — former laser dentist turned Proctor consultant — to break down how he scaled, sold, and reinvested his way to financial and lifestyle freedom.Dat shares how he:Built and scaled a niche laser dentistry practice with zero waiting room time and high-end technologyPrepared his exit strategy, compared DSO vs. private sale offers, and chose freedom over squeezing out every last dollarAvoided trading time for money by shifting into mindset and performance coaching for dentists, doctors, and business ownersApproaches due diligence as an investor by leaning on trusted communities and experts instead of going it aloneStays ultra-healthy and ultra-happy with MURF workouts, daily habits, tracking health metrics, and constantly upgrading his “self-image”Uses mindset principles (faith, focus, law of vibration/attraction) to stay positive even when business and life get toughIf you're a founder, healthcare professional, or investor who wants more freedom, better health, and a bigger future, this conversation will give you both the mindset and practical moves to get there.
Send us a textIn this live investor event session, Richard C. Wilson breaks down what truly separates billionaires and centimillionaires from “normal” successful people, and why most founders, fund managers, and advisors unintentionally take their foot off the gas once they hit a few million.Richard shares insights from dinners with heads of an $8B+ family office, and then dives deep into one of the most overlooked force multipliers in capital raising: positioning. He explains why the founder of Paychex refuses to invest in any company that isn't branded to win, and how a simple rebrand at $8B AUM helped one wealth advisor grow past $25B+ in assets.You'll learn:Why top families keep pushing while others coast at $5–10MHow a crystal-clear niche and brand name can make your firm “preeminent” in your spaceThe Jim Collins hedgehog concept applied to capital raisers (passion, profit, and DNA)How to choose a 7% niche that captures 70% of the profitsWhy generic names like “XYZ Capital” quietly kill replies, deal flow, and investor trustHow to send investor emails that deliver real value first (checklists, DDQ templates, tools) instead of “Can I pitch you my deal?”Richard also shares real before/after examples of rebrands that moved firms from confusing and forgettable to institutional-grade and obvious at a glance, plus how his own YouTube positioning has led to cold inbound from founders doing tens of millions in revenue.
In this episode of the Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson sits down for a live fireside chat with Todd from Ridgeline Capital Group, a single family office built on the back of a $600M entrepreneurial journey. Todd shares how he co-founded Express Locations, a T-Mobile retailer he scaled from zero to 150+ stores, 1,400 employees, and over $600M in revenue—without using traditional bank debt. He walks through the early days of the wireless industry, the decision to leave a secure corporate career, and the mindset required to move from operator to founder to family office principal. You'll hear Todd's lessons on: Working "smart" by surrounding yourself with exceptional people Structuring true partnerships and sharing equity to attract A-players Growing fast with discipline and simplicity across 10 states Surviving four major economic downturns and why patience is a competitive advantage Why his family office prioritizes relationships, off-market deals, and quality of life over maximum leverage How he brings his adult children into the family mission, vision, and values—and uses formal family meetings to align across generations If you're an entrepreneur, capital raiser, or future family office looking to scale without losing your sanity, this conversation is packed with real data points and practical frameworks you can apply immediately. To meet investors in person and learn directly from decamillionaires, ultra-wealthy investors, and centimillionaires, review the schedule of our 30 in-person live events a year and our membership options at https://familyoffices.com/
Send us a textIn this Family Office Club Summit session, Richard C. Wilson breaks down how billionaires think about distribution, deal flow, and “strategic choke points” and how you can apply the same mental models to your own business, investor club, or family office.Richard shares real examples from 18+ years of running investor clubs, including:– How one member met a CPA at an event who went on to refer 43 investors– How Michael Scott used ideas from these events to raise $8M and later have a $100M exit– Why distribution and choke points are worth millions when you design them intentionallyWhat you'll learn in this talk:- Why attending live investor events and summits can lead to exponential outcomes from just one connection.- What a “strategic choke point” is (from Vern Harnish's Mastering the Rockefeller Habits) and how to build your own.- How top private equity firms quietly generate proprietary deal flow with a simple, low-cost outbound process.- How to think about distribution in terms of capital, information, deal access, and relationships.- Ways to create “unfair advantage” with positioning, naming, and niche focus.- The difference between having a strong, clear position and keeping your deal structures flexible.- How creative structures like gross revenue royalties, anchor investors, and multiple share classes can unlock deals.- Why most wealthy investors care more about trust, alignment, and structure than just headline returns.- How to “train your gut” and think more strategically like a centimillionaire or billionaire.Resources mentioned in the talk:– ChokePoint Coach (AI tool on strategic choke points inside the Family Office Club portal)– Deal Structure Ninja (AI tool to brainstorm and improve deal structures)– Billionaires.com — interviews where billionaires share the one choke point or turning point that changed everything– FamilyOffices.com — more on our events, investor club, and membership optionsIf you're serious about raising capital, improving deal flow, or scaling your investor platform, this session will give you frameworks you can use immediately.To learn more or apply to join the Family Office Club, visit:https://FamilyOffices.com/joinhttps://familyoffices.com/
In this episode of the Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson sits down with Jeff Hoffman—serial entrepreneur and Billioanire, Priceline.com/Booking.com founding team member, inventor of the airport check-in kiosk, Grammy and Emmy winner, and chairman of the Global Entrepreneurship Network. Out of 275+ events and 2,000+ speakers, Jeff has been rated the single best speaker to ever hit the Family Office Club stage—and you're about to hear why. Jeff unpacks the mindset shift that changed everything for him: real leaders don't create followers, they create other leaders. He shares how stepping out of the way, serving his team (including literally picking up a 20-year-old's dry cleaning), and obsessing over operational focus—"if it doesn't sell more hotel rooms, don't do it"—helped scale Priceline/Booking.com into a global giant. Jeff explains how to avoid being "blinded by your own brilliance," including the lesson he learned from Sam Walton: stop listening to experts and start listening to your customer (the "farmers"). He also dives into defining success and failure upfront on a single sheet of paper, wiring money back to investors when metrics showed they wouldn't hit the mark, and why most founders completely mishandle investor relations by only calling when they need cash. On the culture side, Jeff shows how you keep a team so engaged that nobody quits—by knowing exactly why each person comes to work (like buying a mom a house) and tying their personal goals to the company mission. He challenges the "grind 24/7" culture, arguing instead for working smart, automating ruthlessly, and reserving the all-nighters for the rare moments that truly matter. Jeff closes with his work at the Global Entrepreneurship Network (200 countries) and World Youth Horizons, redefining entrepreneurship as self-determination and teaching people—especially youth—how to design their own future instead of depending on anyone else. If you care about scaling a business, leading people well, raising capital intelligently, and living a life that actually aligns with your values, this conversation is a masterclass. To meet investors in person and plug into our ecosystem, visit https://familyoffices.com/. Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools to help you raise capital and grow your platform.
Send us a textFamily Office Club founder Richard C. Wilson explains the art of deal structuring — listening deeply to investors' goals, tailoring terms to match their comfort zones, and leveraging “anchor investors” from within a niche to validate deals.Recorded live at the 2025 Super Summit, Richard shows how being flexible and investor-centric transforms cold pitches into lasting partnerships.If you want to understand how top family offices think when reviewing opportunities, this clip distills 18 years of lessons into five powerful minutes.This clip was taken from the Niche Investment Strategies Panel, filmed live at our Family Office Club Super Summit.To become part of our investor community — with 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools — visit https://FamilyOffices.com#DealStructuring #FamilyOffices #CapitalRaising #InvestorRelations #PrivateInvestinghttps://familyoffices.com/
In this episode of the Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson interviews Kevin Harrington—original Shark from Shark Tank, creator of the modern "As Seen On TV" model, and early investor in Celsius. Kevin walks through how he turned unused cable downtime in the 1980s into a billion-dollar infomercial engine, took his company public, and then scaled a global distribution business by syndicating only the proven winners worldwide. He explains why he exited TV at the right time, how he spotted Celsius at $0.10 per share before it became a $20B brand, and why influencer and digital marketing now beat traditional media for consumer products. Kevin also breaks down his philosophy of becoming a Key Person of Influence (KPI)—building your personal brand, writing books, doing 100+ podcasts, and assembling a "dream team" so the best deals and JV opportunities come to you first. He shares lessons from mentoring with Richard Branson, running high-discipline studios, reviewing 1,000+ pitches, and what he looks for in early-stage consumer deals personally and through Cypress Ascendant. If you want to attract better deal flow, build authority in your niche, and operate at true high velocity, this episode is a blueprint. To meet investors in person and plug into our ecosystem, visit https://familyoffices.com/. Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools to help you raise capital and grow your platform.
What if the difference between getting funded—or getting ignored—came down to one sentence, one structure, or one mindset shift? In this episode of The Root of All Success, Jason Duncan sits down with Richard C. Wilson, founder & CEO of the Family Office Club, the largest community of ultra-wealthy investors on the planet. Richard has personally built relationships with more than 1,500 investors, interviewed 47 billionaires, and built an ecosystem that helps founders raise capital with precision. This conversation goes far deeper than money. Richard reveals what billionaires REALLY look for, how deal structures make or break fortunes, and why founders fail long before they enter the room.
In this episode of the Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson sits down with Michael Houlihan and Bonnie Harvey, co-founders of Barefoot Wine and New York Times bestselling authors of The Barefoot Spirit. Starting with $300,000 of unpaid grape debt, no wine background, and a "desk" in their laundry room, they spent 20 years building Barefoot into America's #1-selling wine brand—without traditional advertising. Michael and Bonnie share what really moves the needle in brutally competitive consumer markets: ruthless focus on distribution, knowing every job in the chain, and making "friends in low places" with the people who actually move product—forklift drivers, merchandisers, and store staff. They explain why you don't get to choose your own growth targets; the metrics are already "written on the wall" by the last deal that closed in your niche. The conversation then shifts to legacy, values, and storytelling. Michael and Bonnie unpack their Business Audio Theater model—Hollywood-style dramatized audio that captures a founder's real story, principles, and hard-won lessons in a format next-gen family members, employees, investors, and partners will actually consume. If you're building a brand, raising capital, or stewarding a family office and want to scale both your business and your values, this episode will reframe how you think about distribution, strategic alliances, and the power of story. To meet investors in person and plug into our ecosystem, visit https://familyoffices.com/. Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools to help you raise capital and grow your platform.
Welcome to The Capital Raiser Show — the podcast where elite founders, operators, and investors reveal the exact strategies they used to raise millions (and sometimes hundreds of millions) in private capital. In this episode, Richard C. Wilson sits down with Michael, a serial entrepreneur who scaled three different companies to seven-, eight-, and nine-figure exits — including a $104M exit in just 3.5 years. Michael breaks down: How he spotted a regulatory gap and executed faster than anyone else Why emotional intelligence, not pedigree, determines entrepreneurial success What he calls the PHD advantage: Poor, Hungry, Driven The hidden downside of fast wealth creation (and how he overcame it) How he raised millions after burning through his own first $500K The moment Family Office Club training flipped the trajectory of his capital raising Why AI will create the largest wealth transfer in human history How to spot operators who will generate repeat wins — not one-time luck The rise of the "silver tsunami" and the trillion-dollar baby-boomer business sell-off Practical AI applications he's using today across sales, operations, and revenue recovery Why he believes the next decade will split society into two wealth classes Richard and Michael also explore how speed, courage, and strategic relationships create asymmetric outcomes — and why entrepreneurs who embrace AI now will dominate their industries. This is one of the most actionable conversations ever recorded on the show for capital raisers, operators, and investors hungry to scale faster. ABOUT THIS SHOW The Capital Raiser Show uncovers real frameworks, deal structures, and investor psychology used by top-performing entrepreneurs, family offices, and private investors. No theory. Only what works in the real world. POWERED BY FAMILY OFFICE CLUB This episode is brought to you by The Family Office Club, the world's largest community of private investors. Our investor club offers: • 30 nationwide events per year • 10,000 registered investors • 40 proprietary AI tools for capital raising & investor intelligence Learn more or apply to join at: https://FamilyOffices.com
What if your next move isn't about hustling harder, but about rethinking how the ultra‑wealthy build, manage, and protect their wealth? In this episode, Matthew R. Meehan and Luigi Rosabianca sit down with Richard C. Wilson: veteran deal‑maker, capital‑raiser, and founder of the Family Office Club. Richard pulls back the curtain on family offices: what they actually do, how they differ from "regular" investment firms, and the mistakes even very wealthy people make when they ignore the fundamentals. We dive into investment strategies, trust building, deal flow, AI in finance, and why you need a "strike zone" rather than just shooting everywhere. This episode is for entrepreneurs who want to level up: not just chase money, but play in the big leagues with clarity, edge, and connection.
Send us a textIn this episode, Richard C. Wilson, CEO of the Family Office Club, interviews George Hall, founder of Exchange Place and former CEO of a $10 billion hedge fund.They dive deep into:- How structured notes and securitization are evolving- The democratization of alternative investments after the JOBS Act- Why deal structure often matters more than strategy- The future of fractional ownership in assets like sports, entertainment, and artGeorge shares unique insights from his hedge fund career and explains how his new platform, Exchange Place, is opening access to institutional-grade investments for family offices and accredited investors.
Send us a textIn this episode of the Family Office Podcast, Richard C. Wilson unpacks one of the most powerful lessons he's learned from 18+ years of working with $100M+ families and billionaires: the people you surround yourself with determine your success more than the strategies you pursue. Drawing from thousands of investor interactions and hundreds of capital-raising pitches, Richard outlines the five most common mistakes capital raisers make—and how to fix them. You'll also hear how proximity, positioning, and patience separate those raising $10M/year from those struggling to raise even $1M. Whether you're launching your first fund or scaling an investment platform, this episode is your blueprint for raising smarter, not harder.https://familyoffices.com/
Send us a textIn this episode, Richard C. Wilson dives into tactical strategies for breaking into new industries, building investor trust, and rapidly raising capital without starting from scratch. Whether you're launching a cutting-edge tech startup or entering a niche vertical, learn how to shortcut the learning curve by targeting the right investors, leveraging authority platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube, and positioning yourself where the decision-makers are. Discover the power of influencer proximity, long-tail keyword strategy, and how to build unstoppable momentum in any market—even if you're not a natural public speaker or writer. Packed with actionable advice for capital raisers, founders, and investor relations professionals.Our Investor Club Connects you to 1,000+ Investors, 25 Events a Year, and 40 Ready-to-Use Artificial Intelligence ToolsClients@FamilyOffices.com
Send us a text Discover how top investors, family offices, and entrepreneurs are navigating today's fast-changing landscape with advanced strategies and AI-driven tools. Richard C. Wilson, Founder of the Family Office Club, shares insights from 18+ years, 300+ events, and 22,000 investor profiles—highlighting how to leverage AI for due diligence, deal structuring, and building trusted investor relationships. Our Investor Club Connects you to 1,000+ Investors, 25 Events a Year, and 40 Ready-to-Use Artificial Intelligence ToolsClients@FamilyOffices.com
Welcome to another episode of Founders Club! On this episode we'll be talking to Richard Wilson about How To Raise Money For Real Estate Deals. Connect with Founders Club Host Oliver Graf on Instagram: @OliverGraf360 In this episode of Founders Club, host Oliver Graf sits down with Richard C. Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, the world's largest network of ultra-wealthy investors. Richard shares insider strategies on how to raise millions in capital for real estate deals directly from billionaires, centimillionaires, and family offices. Learn what high-net-worth investors are really looking for, how to structure deals they'll say yes to, and how to position yourself as a capital magnet. Do me a solid and… Leave a 5 star review! Find me on Instagram: @OliverGraf360 Founders Club TikTok: @FoundersClubPodcast Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/OliverGrafTV Get on my VIP email list and get new episodes of Founders Club straight to you inbox: http://eepurl.com/g_L2Ev Book me to speak: https://olivergraf.tv/speaking Book a 1-on1 coaching session: https://calendly.com/olivergraf360/vip ► JOIN OUR NATIONWIDE REAL ESTATE TEAM: https://www.100commissionrealestate.com
Richard C. Wilson reveals lessons from interviewing 100+ billionaires, building family offices, and what investors must know about wealth, mindset, and AI.In this episode of RealDealChat, Jack sits down with Richard C. Wilson, founder of FamilyOffices.com and host of Billionaires.com, to discuss his journey building the world's largest family office investor club, interviewing billionaires, and creating AI tools for investors.Richard has hosted 300+ investor events, interviewed over 100 billionaires and 70 pro athletes, and built AI-powered tools that synthesize insights from 1,500+ talks. In this conversation, he shares:The most common mindset traits of billionaires & ultra-wealthy familiesWhy mindset and mental models matter more than tacticsThe rise of family offices & centimillionaires as investment partnersTrends in real estate investing among the ultra wealthyThe dangers of AI fakery and why meeting in person matters more than everHow to stand out when raising capital from family officesScaling strategies and the “Super Founder” mindsetDaily rituals and one-page systems that keep billionaires focusedWhy reading deeply in your niche gives you an unbeatable edge
Send us a textDiscover how to identify the single best use of your energy, attract higher-quality deal flow, and position yourself as the go-to authority in your niche. In this session from the Family Office Club event, Richard Wilson shares proven frameworks and insights from billionaires, top investors, and business leaders on how to:Zero in on your most valuable niche and dominate itAlign passion, skill, and profitability for long-term successAvoid the herd mentality and stand out in competitive marketsSpot industries with the most inevitable future demandBuild an “unfair advantage” over your past selfUse clarity to multiply action and reduce stressPosition yourself for exponential growth over the next decadeWhether you're running a family office, private investment firm, or growth-stage company, this talk will give you the tools to focus, differentiate, and scale strategically.
Send us a textJoin Richard C. Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, for an in-depth workshop on AI tools, thought leadership, and capital raising strategies used by top investors and dealmakers. In this presentation, Richard shares:Why thought leadership is the “holy grail” of raising capitalHow to clarify your one-liner to attract more deal flowAI-powered tools for sourcing, due diligence, and investor outreachHigh-impact sales and marketing strategies including text marketing, live chat, and asynchronous communicationInsights from billionaires and top entrepreneurs on scaling businesses and building lasting wealth
Send us a textRecorded live at the Hawaii Family Office Retreat, this powerhouse panel explores how leading investors are leveraging their entrepreneurial roots, NextGen family members, and innovative business models to allocate capital and scale effectively.Key Topics Covered:- How to source and acquire undervalued businesses from retiring founders- The “silver wave” opportunity and wealth transfer trends- Leveraging systems like EOS for scalable growth- Identifying niche asset classes like RV parks for cash flow & appreciation- Using AI to optimize hiring and due diligence- Structuring deals for both short-term returns and long-term legacy building- NextGen engagement, intergenerational wealth transfer, and family valuesWhether you're an investor, family office executive, or entrepreneur, this session is packed with actionable insights on scaling smart, building legacy, and creating resilient portfolios.
Send us a textJoin us for this powerful fireside chat with Patrick O'Meara, Founder & CEO of Patrick Ventures Family Office. With over $11 billion in transactions, Patrick brings decades of real-world investing experience and wisdom to the stage.In this conversation, you'll learn:✅ Partnering with the Catholic Church to build senior housing across the U.S.✅ The value of authenticity and humility in family office investing✅ How to filter deals, avoid shiny-object distractions, and scale wisely✅ Building intergenerational wealth & preparing the next generation✅ Solving the affordable housing crisis with tiny homes and real estate innovation✅ Why integrity, grit, and focus matter more than pitch decks or big promisesHe also dives into timeless family office values: trust, legacy, and doing business with good people.
Send us a textIn this power-packed keynote from the Hawaii Family Office Retreat, Richard C. Wilson shares 10 proven growth strategies that have helped thousands of investors, capital raisers, and entrepreneurs thrive. Drawing from 18+ years of running the Family Office Club, Richard delivers practical insights on:
Send us a textComing to you from Thailand, Richard C. Wilson shares a powerful insight for founders and fund managers: overpromising kills deals. If you're raising capital and making bold claims without checking them against industry standards—or using AI to stress-test your assumptions—investors will go dark on you fast.Learn the simple but critical mindset shift that can help you gain investor trust, stand out from the noise, and avoid sounding like every other amateur pitch.✅ What you'll learn in this video:– Why overpromising instantly ruins investor trust– How to avoid sounding like every other pitch– The easiest AI tool you're not using (but should)– What family offices and real investors really look for
Send us a textIn this rapid-fire Q&A, Richard C. Wilson answers key audience questions on how to connect with investors, build pitch credibility, and use AI tools for smarter capital raising.
Send us a textIn this powerful talk recorded live at a Family Office Club Investor Day, Richard C. Wilson shares timeless principles of influence and persuasion that have helped raise billions in capital and build one of the largest investor networks in the world.
Send us a textStep inside our first-ever Family Office Club Retreat in Hawaii, hosted by Richard C. Wilson. This milestone event brought together top-tier investors, capital raisers, and family offices for a full day of powerful networking, fireside chats, and advanced insights on deal structuring, artificial intelligence, and investor relations.In this video, you'll hear directly from Richard as he sets the tone for the day, shares key statistics on the family office industry, and introduces 25 expert speakers who discuss:• Smart capital raising strategies• Using AI to work 33% faster with fewer mistakes• Investor mental models & deal structures• How to build powerful investor relationships• Tools to find and structure better deals
What's the secret behind building long-term wealth, creating a legacy, and thinking like a billionaire? In this powerful episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, Gino sits down with Richard C. Wilson, founder of Family Office Club and Billionaires.com, to unpack the strategies, mindset, and structure behind the ultra-wealthy's most powerful wealth-building tool: the family office.Whether you're just starting out or already investing in real estate or businesses, this episode will show you how to think holistically, establish core values, and build a legacy plan that scales with you. Richard shares personal stories, insights from interviewing over 40 billionaires (including Tony Robbins, Mark Cuban, and Tim Draper), and how proximity to the right people transforms your financial future.We dive deep into wealth allocation, parenting with purpose, the power of extreme focus, and why creating a family office is no longer just for billionaires. Learn how to structure your assets, who to include on your team, and why investing in yourself is the most powerful move you can make.Want to take the next step toward financial freedom and legacy wealth? Watch now and learn how to start your own family office—even if you're not ultra-rich… yet. Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to Happy Money and Family Offices 00:01:53 - Building Your Family Office Team 00:02:48 - The Family Office Model Explained 00:05:49 - Common Mistakes in Starting a Family Office 00:07:44 - The Power of Proximity and Relationships 00:11:11 - Purpose Over Money 00:15:28 - Understanding Wealth and Family Dynamics 00:28:42 - Common-Sense Wealth Principles 00:32:40 - The Game of Wealth Creation 00:35:43 - Misconceptions About Billionaires00:41:33 - Richard's Final Takeaways & Where to Find Him We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)
Send us a textDiscover the top secret to raising capital faster and more efficiently from Richard C. Wilson, founder of Family Office Club. In this short video, Richard explains the most powerful shortcut: securing an anchor investor who has already built and exited companies or assets in your niche.Learn how to identify, approach, and benefit from strategic investors who can accelerate your capital raise by 4x or more. Whether you're in real estate, tech, or private equity—this tip could unlock your next big raise.
Ever wonder how billionaires actually build, protect, and pass down their wealth?In this episode, we sit down with Richard C. Wilson — founder of the Family Office Club and advisor to 100+ ultra-wealthy families — to pull back the curtain on the secret world of family offices.These private wealth systems are how the ultra-rich multiply assets, reduce taxes, manage risk, and preserve their lifestyle across generations. Richard breaks down how the top 0.01% think differently about money, legacy, health, and long-term investing — and why most people are playing an entirely different game.From billionaire mental models to the rise of AI in wealth management, and the quiet habits that actually build generational wealth — this episode reveals the strategies the wealthy never share on social media.Whether you're building your first million or planning 100 years ahead, this is your blueprint for playing the wealth game at the highest level.Level up your real estate game instantly - Join our Wealth Juice Real Estate Investor Network for less than $1/day https://www.skool.com/wealth-juice-investor-network-5387/about?ref=0b0b3cf0d0d2448f97b4a9d4f78a2220 RESOURCES
Send us a textBuilding Powerful Investor Ecosystems with Richard C. Wilson | Multifamily AP 360 #familyoffice #richardwilsonIn this episode of Multifamily AP 360, host Rama interviews Richard C. Wilson, the founder of one of the world's most powerful investor ecosystems. Wilson discusses how he built his network, comprising over 22,000 profiles and 1,500 active investors, and shares insights into how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the capital-raising landscape. He also delves into his early entrepreneurial experiences, the importance of a holistic approach to success, and the key mental models and decision-making patterns of billionaires. Additional topics include tips for fund managers and entrepreneurs seeking capital, emerging trends in the investment world, and the development of AI tools tailored for investors. Wilson emphasizes the importance of precise positioning, hyper-focusing on specific niches, and building genuine relationships with investors. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on optimizing business strategies and the future of investment with AI. Support the showFollow Rama on socials!LinkedIn | Meta | Twitter | Instagram|YoutubeConnect to Rama Krishnahttps://calendly.com/rama-krishna/ E-mail: info@ushacapital.comWebsite: www.ushacapital.comRegister for Multifamily AP360 - 2025 virtual conference - https://mfap360.com/To find out more about partnering or investing in a multifamily deal: email: info@ushacapital.com
Send us a textWhat does it really take to build a family office from scratch? Yahya Mahmud went from a tech career to scaling a private credit and real estate business that led to a life-changing exit. In this fireside chat, hosted by Richard C. Wilson at the Family Office Club, Yahya shares:✅ How he leveraged systems thinking for sustainable wealth✅ His approach to private lending & co-investments✅ Why character returns when doing due diligence✅ The "barbell strategy" & his favorite mental models✅ What first-gen family offices get right (and wrong)Whether you're raising capital, building a legacy, or scaling your own family office—this is a masterclass in wealth creation through trust, leverage, and discipline.To attend upcoming investor events or explore membership:www.FamilyOffices.com/joinRichard@FamilyOffices.comCall/Text: +1 (305) 333-1155
Send us a textAfter hosting 300+ events over the past 18 years, Family Office Club founder and CEO Richard C. Wilson shares 10 proven strategies for making the most of your time at investment conferences. Whether you're raising capital, investing, or building key relationships, these insights will help you unlock maximum ROI from every event you attend.
"The riches are in the niches" isn't just a catchy phrase – it's the cornerstone of successful real estate investing according to Alec McElhinny, founder and CEO of LandPlay. While most investors crowd into saturated multifamily markets, Alec has carved out extraordinary returns by focusing on two overlooked sectors: Flex Space and data center conversions.Flex Space developments serve blue-collar businesses like plumbers, HVAC technicians, and electrical contractors – recession-proof companies generating millions in revenue while needing minimal square footage. These smaller bay sizes (1,500-12,000 sq ft) command premium rental rates per square foot while offering tenants precisely what they need. The beauty of this model? Less competition, easier approvals, lower construction costs, and higher returns than traditional commercial real estate.Alec's current project exemplifies strategic positioning. Located in New Braunfels – the fastest-growing city in Texas within the fastest-growing county in America – his development sits along I-35 with visibility to 150,000 daily vehicles. This corridor will welcome approximately 1.5 million new residents over the next decade, creating unprecedented demand for commercial space that serves essential businesses.For investors seeking even higher returns, Alec discusses data center conversions – particularly office buildings that can access 20-30 megawatts of power and need minimal structural modifications. With AI development accelerating and major tech companies relocating to business-friendly states like Texas, these conversions can potentially double or triple investments within just a few years.What separates successful developers from the crowd? Alec credits rigorous due diligence: "Development due diligence is like solving a mystery – how come nobody's bought this yet and built what I want to build here?" Understanding water access, zoning restrictions, and lease-up potential often reveals why seemingly perfect properties remain undeveloped.Whether you're an accredited investor seeking higher returns or a developer looking for your next opportunity, this episode delivers actionable insights into tomorrow's most profitable real estate niches. -----Learn more about Alec's real estate projects at https://land-play.com/To learn more about Jonathan's recession resilient mobile home park real estate Fund & Flex Space Development investments for Accredited Investors: https://www.midwestparkcapital.com/To learn more about Jonathan's business growth consulting and fractional CMO services, and digital marketing for small businesses:https://www.revenueascend.com/consulting/The Family Office Club was founded in 2007 and has now become the world's largest association in the industry with over 7,500 registered ultra-wealthy investors-Richard C. Wilson is the partner of the Accredited Investor Podcast: https://familyoffices.com/To get your very own podcast guesting tour of 20, 40 or 60 episodes as a guest and become the celebrity thought leader in your industry: https://getpodcastbookings.com/Sign up to get on the list for the World's Most Exclusive Social Networking App: https://www.prestigesocialapp.com/To those looking to potential exit or sell their business or talk about potential business roll up partnerships:https://www.businesscashout.com/Join one of the fastest growing real estate groups on Facebook, which is our 27,400 Multifamily Investor Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/451061265284414To learn more about mobile home investing, acquiring your first mobile home park: https://www.mobilehomewealthacademy.com https://linktr.ee/jonathantuttle
Send us a textDiscover how billionaires think, make decisions, and move fast in a world of constant change. In this keynote, Family Office Club founder Richard C. Wilson shares insights from interviews with billionaires, ultra-wealthy investors, and family offices managing $100M+ in assets. Learn the key mental models, productivity habits, and mindset shifts that separate billionaires from everyone else.Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or high achiever aiming to level up, this talk breaks down the traits that help the ultra-rich stay agile, decisive, and in constant motion — even when others are frozen.
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Send us a textIn this exclusive Family Office Club Fireside Chat, Richard C. Wilson sits down with John Lettera, co-founder of Fairbridge Asset Management, to explore how he built a $1 billion+ real estate platform from scratch—without an Ivy League pedigree, and with a military-honed mindset of discipline, transparency, and boots-on-the-ground diligence.John shares:How he scaled from $100K to $1B+ in real estate assetsWhy institutional capital found himThe power of walking every property himselfWhy real estate is “99% B.S.” and how to cut through itThe investor mindset shift that separates $50M players from $1B platformsHis take on sweat equity, downside risk, AI in real estate, and why he never chases capital
My guest in this episode is Richard C. Wilson is the founder and CEO of the Family Office Club, the largest association of family offices globally, with over 4,000 registered ultra-wealthy investors and members. He is a pioneer in the family office industry, helping high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs set up and scale their own single family offices while also connecting them to deal flow, capital, and strategic partnerships.Richard is the author of several bestselling books including The Single Family Office and Capital Raising: How to Become a Capital Raising Machine, and has spoken in over 17 countries on family office strategy, capital raising, and private wealth management. Through his work, he has helped countless families protect, grow, and pass on their wealth with purpose.As a thought leader and investor, Richard brings a unique inside look at how the ultra-wealthy operate — and how others can apply those same principles to build generational wealth.Interview Links:Family Offices https://familyoffices.com/Subscribe To Our Weekly Newsletter:The Wealth Dojo: https://subscribe.wealthdojo.ai/Download all the Niches Trilogy Books:The 21 Best Cashflow NichesDigital: https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cashflow-niches-bookAudio: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-best-cashflow-nichesThe 21 Most Unique Cashflow NichesDigital: https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-most-unique-cashflow-nichesAudio: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-most-unique-nichesThe 21 Best Cash Growth NichesDigital: https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-best-cash-growth-nichesAudio: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/21-cash-growth-nichesThe 21 Next Level Cashflow NichesDigital: https://www.cashflowninjaprograms.com/the-21-next-level-cashflow-niches-book-free-downloadAudio: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-21-next-level-nichesListen To Cashflow Ninja Podcasts:Cashflow Ninjahttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowninjaCashflow Investing Secretshttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflowinvestingsecretsCashflow Ninja Bankinghttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cashflow-ninja-bankingConnect With Us:Website: http://cashflowninja.comPodcast: http://cashflowinvestingsecrets.comPodcast: http://cashflowninjabanking.comSubstack: https://mclaubscher.substack.com/Amazon Audible: https://a.co/d/1xfM1VxAmazon Audible: https://a.co/d/aGzudX0Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cashflowninja/Twitter: https://twitter.com/mclaubscherInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecashflowninja/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cashflowninjaLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mclaubscher/Gab: https://gab.com/cashflowninjaYoutube: http://www.youtube.com/c/CashflowninjaRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-329875
Kevin Harrington takes us on a thrilling journey from his early days as the pioneer of the infomercial industry to becoming a powerhouse investor and Shark Tank celebrity. With remarkable candor, he reveals how acquiring unused cable television time in the 1980s launched his career and led to building multiple public companies and completing over 1,000 business transactions.The true magic of Harrington's success lies in his ability to adapt to changing market conditions. When he noticed television viewership declining as younger generations flocked to TikTok and Instagram, he pivoted away from his As Seen On TV empire toward digital marketing strategies. This foresight led to one of his most spectacular investments—Celsius energy drink—which he joined as a board member when shares were just $0.10, helping build it into a $20 billion company without spending a single dollar on television advertising.Make sure to download as we bring the best centimillionaires and billionaires interviews on the Accredited Investor Podcast. To learn more about Jonathan's recession resilient mobile home park real estate Fund & Flex Space Development investments for Accredited Investors: https://www.midwestparkcapital.com/To learn more about Jonathan's business growth consulting and fractional CMO services, and digital marketing for small businesses:https://www.revenueascend.com/consulting/The Family Office Club was founded in 2007 and has now become the world's largest association in the industry with over 7,500 registered ultra-wealthy investors-Richard C. Wilson is the partner of the Accredited Investor Podcast: https://familyoffices.com/To get your very own podcast guesting tour of 20, 40 or 60 episodes as a guest and become the celebrity thought leader in your industry: https://getpodcastbookings.com/Sign up to get on the list for the World's Most Exclusive Social Networking App: https://www.prestigesocialapp.com/To those looking to potential exit or sell their business or talk about potential business roll up partnerships:https://www.businesscashout.com/Join one of the fastest growing real estate groups on Facebook, which is our 27,400 Multifamily Investor Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/451061265284414To learn more about mobile home investing, acquiring your first mobile home park: https://www.mobilehomewealthacademy.com https://linktr.ee/jonathantuttle
THIS IS NOT A NORMAL EPISODE. THIS IS A BLUE PRINT FOR HYPER SUCCESS Guest: Richard C. Wilson, Founder & CEO of Family Office Club Host: Andy Murphy, Neuro-Performance Fixer | Hedge Fund Manager | Host of Neuro-Performance Podcast What happens when the #1 global authority on family offices meets the Fixer trusted by the world's top decision-makers? In this rare insider conversation, Richard C. Wilson—founder of Family Office Club, CEO of Billionaires.com, and advisor to over 1000+ ultra-wealthy families—joins Andy Murphy for a deep dive into billionaire psychology, peak decision-making, and the hidden mental frameworks that shape the world's elite. You'll discover how billionaires protect influence, simplify complex decisions, and operate with strategic clarity in high-stakes environments. This episode is a masterclass in wealth, mindset, and subconscious strategy for founders, capital allocators, and next-gen leaders. Watch the Full Episode Here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/IPbcEEEjT5M?si=dVfZ2uY80hMRxseA
Watching others succeed while feeling stuck is frustrating, especially when it seems like they have access to knowledge or opportunities that remain just out of reach. Growth isn't always about working harder—it's often about seeing what's already there and using it in a smarter way. The right strategies, connections, and mindset shifts aren't hidden, but they're easy to overlook when caught in the cycle of trying to do everything alone. Sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs come from realizing the answers have been within reach the whole time. Richard C. Wilson is the CEO of Family Office Club, a top investor community with 7,500+ members. He has hosted 300+ events, built a 17-million-strong social media following, and runs billionaires.com. With a YouTube channel boasting a million subscribers, he's interviewing 100 billionaires and 100 athletes to uncover their success strategies. He has also developed six AI tools to help investors and businesses scale.Today, he covers AI's role in investing, wealth-building strategies, and personal growth. He explains how specialized knowledge and AI-driven tools can accelerate business success while maintaining strong personal connections. Stay tuned! Resources: Investor Mastermind: Investing & Scaling in Uncertain Times Subscribe to Centimillionaire Strategies on YouTube Follow Richard C. Wilson on Facebook Connect with Richard C. Wilson on LinkedIn
After interviewing 45 billionaires and reading over 120 books they've written, Richard Wilson shares the real reason ultra-wealthy people succeed. It's not just strategy — it's mindset. In this episode, we uncover how billionaires think, invest, protect their health, and raise their families. This isn't theory — it's a practical look at how you can apply the billionaire blueprint to your own life.Connect with Richard: Resources - richard@familyoffices.com https://familyoffices.com/ We're compiling a sheet of the best alternative investments that have been talked about on our channel over the last 7 years. If you want access to this when it's released, sign up here - https://betterwealth.com/altassetlist Want a Life Insurance Policy? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/bw-yt-aa-clarity Want FREE Whole Life Insurance Resources & Education? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/yt-bw-vault______________________________________________ ✉️ Email BetterWealth: https://bttr.ly/infoWEBSITE: https://betterwealth.com====================DISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice.Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.