Podcast appearances and mentions of Ron Suber

Today we are talking to Ron, a board member at Yieldstreet.  And we discuss how Yieldstreet is democratizing investments by making them more accessible, the concept of the Uncertainty Quotient, and what the future will look like with more decentralized currencies. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast!

 In today's episode of The Yield, George Moriarty, Chief Content Officer of InvestmentNews, and Ron Suber, member of the Board of Directors at both Qwil and Yieldstreet, discuss the ways that COVID-19 and the economic slowdown are shaping the future of investing and financial services. They examine the ways that technology can streamline the education of new investors, post-COVID-19 innovations in the financial services industry, and the new frontiers in investment diversification. Ron shares especially timely advice on the importance of diversification of a personal investment portfolio in these uncertain times and offers resources to help a new investor know where to get started.Key Takeaways:[:50] Guest Ron Suber details his introduction to and experience with investing at Yieldstreet.[4:31] How can technology streamline the education of accredited investors to help round out their investment portfolios?[7:33] Which companies have done the best job of supporting client education, and which ones have made the biggest mistakes?[9:19] Innovations and digital changes that are emerging as a result of COVID-19.[11:29] What is the best way to structure a backstop facility allowing origination partners to close and expense to be paid?[13:14] Debt market considerations and tips for successful diverse investing.[14:52] What policies are in place at Yieldstreet to protect clients' investment money?[16:00] What is the annual expected return on investments with Yieldstreet?[17:13] An overview of the options for alternative investments at Yieldstreet.[18:30] What does the future of financial media look like over the next six to 12 months?[23:45] Ron highlights some of his personal favorite areas for investments including social media content and e-commerce retailers.[26:01] How can investing in art galleries generate income in today's market?[27:25] A look at short-term rates of return that can be expected on low-interest investments.[29:50] Are investments in cryptocurrency worth the rate of return?[32:16] Is Yieldstreet considering investing in COVID-19 support systems, and what are some of the asset classes that are unique in the midst of the pandemic?[35:20] Ron shares a forecast for the investment market, areas to shift away from and where to direct investments instead.[38:18] How to find the best places to start your alternative investment market experience.[41:02] Is early-stage equity considered an additional asset class?Mentioned in This Episode:YieldstreetInvestmentNewsQwil

About this nugget:  This nugget was pulled from episode 254 from an interview with Ron Suber,  fintech investor, board member and mentor. It’s on founders preparing themselves to fundraise. Subscribe to Bank On It on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and iHeartRadio and you’ll get these nuggets delivered every Wednesday morning. In this nugget we have Ron Suber,  fintech investor, board member and mentor, this nugget is on how founders can prepare themselves in ways that investors actually care about.  To a seasoned investor, writing a check is a process, not a sales pipeline. New founders often make the mistake of pitching the wrong investor and doing it incorrectly.  In most cases, an investor who doesn’t understand a model, will not invest, when an investor uncovers orange and red flags they will stop or significantly delay an investment commitment.  So how do seasoned founders do it? Ron reveals the things he looks for which lines up perfectly with the best practices from the hundreds of fintech founders who’ve been interviewed on Bank On It.     What is a nugget of the week?:  The host John Siracusa has recorded over 270 episodes as the host of the Bank On It & Before the A fintech podcasts where he interviews founders building the future of fintech and the VCS/Angels who fund them.  With each interview there’s this wow moment when the person interviewed has shared something really special, unique or a reminder on how founders or investors should think. So, here we are delivering those moments to you in the form of a bite sized nugget. About Ron Suber:  Ron is part entrepreneur, executive, sales, marketing, branding, mentor, student and coach.    He likes to share observations and lessons from his experience on Wall Street, fin-tech and online lending in presentations globally.   He has a history of creating and executing successful strategies, raising debt and equity for fin-tech ventures, collaborating and having fun on winning teams. Enjoys engaging with entrepreneurs to help with their marketing, product development, sales process, hiring, focus and execution of key metrics.  About the host:  John, is the host of the ‘Bank On It’ podcast recorded onsite in Wall Street at Carpenter Group, and 'Before the A' podcast recorded onsite in Flat Iron at Barclays/Techstars Rise NYC.   He’s a highly sought after fintech, VC and financial services industry enthusiast and connector. He’s in the center of the fintech ecosystem, keeping current with the ever-innovating industry.  Stay in the fintech know by subscribing to ‘Bank On It’, ‘Before the A’  Follow John on LinkedIn, Twitter, Medium

Every week the show host John Siracusa talks with impressive fintech leaders and entrepreneurs, through conversation uncovers the remarkable stories behind them, their creations and the most important topics in fintech. You can subscribe to this podcast and stay up to date on all the stories here on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and iHeartRadio. In this episode the host John Siracusa chats with Ron Suber, fintech investor, board member and mentor. Most people know Ron from buying and building out Prosper Marketplace.  Before that he was at Merlin Securities which sold to Wells Fargo in 2012.  Today he’s invested in 16 fintech companies and is an adviser and board member to dozens of others.     Tune in and Listen.   Subscribe now on iTunes, Google , Stitcher, Spotify and iHeartRadio to hear next Tuesday's episode with Jamie Hale from Ladder.   About the host:   John is the host of the twice-weekly “Bank On It” podcast recorded onsite at offices of Carpenter Group, a creative services agency focused on the financial services industry. He’s a highly sought after fintech, VC and financial services industry enthusiast and connector. He’s in the center of the fintech ecosystem, keeping current with the ever-innovating industry.   Follow John on LinkedIn, Twitter or on Medium

Every week the show host John Siracusa talks with impressive fintech leaders and entrepreneurs, through conversation uncovers the remarkable stories behind them, their creations and the most important topics in fintech. You can subscribe to this podcast and stay up to date on all the stories here on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify and iHeartRadio. In this episode the host John Siracusa chats with Adena Hefets from Divvy Homes. Divvy Homes, is a tech enabled real estate platform that makes home ownership accessible.  Divvy finds cities where owning a home makes good financial sense, and then they offer renters the ability to transition to homeownership with a 3 year rent to buy program.   Tune in and Listen.   Subscribe now on iTunes, Google , Stitcher, Spotify and iHeartRadio to hear Thursday's episode with Ron Suber, fintech investor, board member and mentor.    About the host:   John is the host of the twice-weekly “Bank On It” podcast recorded onsite at offices of Carpenter Group, a creative services agency focused on the financial services industry. He’s a highly sought after fintech, VC and financial services industry enthusiast and connector. He’s in the center of the fintech ecosystem, keeping current with the ever-innovating industry.   Follow John on LinkedIn, Twitter or on Medium

In our inaugural episode (and a two-parter, to boot!), Bill talks to investor Ron Suber about the role of fintech in the financial lending market.

In the second half of their discussion, Bill and Ron discuss venture capitalism, the gig economy, and how fintechs can work with US and international regulators.Produced by Sam Swanson. Music by Alex Atchley.

In the midst of Thrive LOUD's "FinTech" week it made perfect sense to catch up and reconnect with "The Godfather of FinTech" himself Ron Suber. Enjoy this "Catch Up" minisode where we also tacked on Ron's focus on "ReWirement" vs. "ReTirement".   *** Connect with Lou Diamond: www.loudiamond.net Subscribe to Thrive LOUD: www.thriveloud.com/podcast    

Ron Suber is the former head of Prosper, one of the original peer-to-peer lenders.   Prior to getting involved in Prosper, Ron built and sold Merlin, a tech-first prime broker for the long-tail of hedge funds, acquired by Wells Fargo in 2012.   Ron invests in and advises a number of fintech companies and has developed views on the space and where it’s headed, all of which we get into today.   In addition to the insights we deliver through our podcast and newsletter, Rebank offers advisory services to fintechs, banks and corporates.   Drawing on our experience starting, running and advising fintech businesses and our vast network of the most impactful fintech entrepreneurs, investors and innovators around the world, we help companies make sense of fintech, work through specific questions and optimize proposition and strategy.   For more information about our services, please visit www.bankingthefuture.com.   Thank you very much for joining us today. Please welcome, Ron Suber.

Ron Miller has exited four companies and currently serves as Chair of his fifth, StartEngine. He wants to empower entrepreneurs and investors through his learnings in business and life, including surviving cancer. In his own LinkedIn post, the self described "mistake guy" writes: "They say failure is the path to success and in my 40+ years of CEO’ing start-up companies I can attest that that is definitely true. Some mistakes are inevitable, but others can be prevented if you know what to look out for."

Dennis Shields is the founder of YieldStreet, Esquire Bank, and LawCash. Dennis is also an author, Broadway producer, actor and has appeared on the hit TV show Real House of New York #RHONY We also talk about Bethenny Frankel, Michael Cohen, living in Trump Tower and meeting President Trump. Dennis Shields is the Founder of Esquire Bank, LawCash, and YieldStreet where Ron Suber is an Advisory Board member.  In addition to business, we talk about other topics like his appearance on the hit reality TV show the Real Housewives of New York (RHONY).  We also talk about Bethenny Frankel  and how much he respects her, only nice things to say about Michael Cohen, living in Trump Tower and meeting President Trump. LawCash was started in 2000.  LawCash is a leading provider of pre-settlement funding and litigation financing for plaintiffs and offering assistance when you need it most. He was previously the chairman and founder of HealthShield until its sale in 1999. Esquire Bank is a commercial bank serving professional service firms, law professionals, small to mid-sized businesses, and individuals. Dennis is the founder and chairman of Yield Street one of the largest crowdfunding companies in alternative assets in the United States.   YieldStreet is a platform designed to provide easy access to institutional quality investments.  Investors are connected to accredited investors to asset-based alternative investments with 8-20% target returns.  Whereas borrowers help businesses raise affordable capital quickly by streamlining fundraising and connecting them directly to accredited investors. YieldStreet is changing the way wealth is created, providing access to asset-based investments historically unavailable to most investors. YieldStreet allows you to participate in investment opportunities with low stock market correlation and target yields of 8-20% across litigation finance, real estate, and other alternative asset classes. YieldStreet’s technology platform creates a unique experience for investors at every level and provides valuable diversification and strength to most portfolios. Get started at www.yieldstreet.com. Dennis is also the Chairman of Esquire Payment Systems.  Today litigation business pays out approximately 700 billion per year using an antiquated checking system. However, in the 21st century using checks to pay clients is not efficient or cost effective.  Dennis discusses expanding his distribution of law firms from 42000 to 50000 upon signing two additional deals here in August of 2018.  He plans to help law firms use a debit card payment system so that it provides their clients a greater tool which in turn will save money and provider greater access to cheaper funds at lower prices.  As he puts it the distribution network is being built one lawyer at a time.  This keeps the attorney in contact more with their client. Dennis an author of several books, A Time to Plant Tears has been nominated for best short story Social Life Magazine. He has written other books: The Urgency of Now, God Went Fishing Dennis is also a Broadway producer (Indecent) and currently working on a play (Me Too which he said would come out over the next 6-12 months either on or off Broadway. Dennis was so proud to tell me that he was friends with Brian Koppelman.  Dennis told the audience that Brian discovered Tracy Chapman, wrote Rounders and that everyone should watch Billions the show created by Koppelman. He also mentioned that Brian Koppleman was the writer of Rounders and The Girlfriend Experience)   which Dennis has appeared. Ron Suber says, One of the most important questions we will ever ask ourselves is:  What are you willing to struggle for?" I asked Dennis and he responded To Do Good that he was fortunate and in a position to help people.  He further stated that he was comfortable where he was in business and that he gets satisfaction in helping others. Thinking of his children he was quick to say that he also instills this same philosophy in his children.  I could feel is genuine down to earth nature shining through as he said this and at that moment I was so thankful and grateful to be interviewing such an awesome entrepreneur and mentor to the younger business professionals in the audience. On the subject of time management balance and philanthropy:  he stated that you should focus a certain amount on your family and friends, a certain amount of time to business and certain amount to giving back and not just writing a check but getting other people involved  which he mentioned was doing proper diligence for this year and beyond. On the best advice he ever received "Bad people make for bad business" I will never forget this! I love asking my guest whats your favorite quote: Dennis was on a role I didn't even need to ask him he just blurted out James Altucher -  “When you get in the mud with a pig, you get dirty and the pig gets happy.” At the end of the show, I asked Dennis what are some takeaways I was blown away when he said,  "Thank you I appreciate your giving me all the time, everybody should listen and follow you go to the website listen to your podcast" Dennis's last takeaway: "try to do a nice thing everyday" At the end of the interview, Dennis says let me tell you one more funny story - Bethenny reads all her tweets so Dennis decided to set up a twitter account and was having trouble getting it set up with the passwords and Dennis was amazed at  how Brian Koppelman saw that he set up a twitter account as Twitter notified Dennis that you now have a follower on twitter it was Brian Koppelman who became his first friend on twitter. We joke back and forth at the end of the interview and I say well you will have a lot more after this interviewer.

Ron Suber has experienced the exits about which every entrepreneur dreams. He has a healthy perspective about enough and doesn't have to work. Rather than ride off into the sunset in retirement, Ron travels the world in Rewirement and stays active in 20-plus companies. In talking about the Golden Age of FinTech as a way to empower more people around the globe, he challenges people at all stages to approach each day with intention.

Vanessa Ronan Pearce is named a top 100 Woman in Fintech. Vanessa is the Founder of Intersekt Fintech Australia Festival.  Vanessa handles partnerships and events at Fintech Australia. We speak with Vanessa about what it takes to become a top 100 Fintech woman and the Worldwide competition to make the list. Fintech Australia started October of 2016 when Australia had just 100 startups in the Fintech ecosystem. Today in 2018 Australia has over 650 startups in the Fintech space. Fintech Australia was inspired to startup from the success of the Singapore Fintech Festival. Spotlight on the big four bank incumbents on their banking practices so they want to know more about fintech and how to incorporate it into their solutions.  Also from a regulatory prospective especially seeing how Singapore has handled fintech. The Finnie Awards and how Intersekt picks the various startups for each winner category. Startup Round Sponsored by trustsmarter.com Fintech Australia does a Census with EY so check out the 2017 report. Building a Fintech Festival and how Vanessa gets sponsors, partners and speakers for the conference. A presenting partner that started in 2016 was the Victorian Government and has been extremely supportive of the Fintech Australian conference. Conference Sponsors, Partners in 2016-2017 Acorns Stripe Visa Accenture Policy Partner: International Law Firm face challenges with their big bank clients who want to finance them and smaller clients who want to disrupt the market. However, these policy partners have become supportive of the fintech ecosystem in Australia and adding value to both types of clients - >  Herbert Smith Freehill An amazing increase for the conference year over year with 85 judges (5 for each of the 23 categories that is widespread across the fintech ecosystem).  Over 225 startup entries up from 150 in 2017. Increase in attendees from 250 to over 1500 people including investments in startups. Lucy Yueting Liu is Founder of Airwallex and Board Member Fintech Australia Solve a unique problem, don't replicate a solution already in the market define the audience and that it can be used in other markets or territories Top fintech areas in Australia: Payments Lending Digital currencies Wealth Tech Canva the software company for designing everything from social media graphics and invitations to postcards and. now announced the acquisition of Australian startup Zeetings that help with your presentations.  We interviewed Christopher Gimmer Founder of Snappa who is a competitor of Canva. Company with massive growth is Afterpay. Fast Pitch Round Sponsored by Chadrow.net Book Club Guest Recommendation: Mindset Hero: Her husband, actuary Quote: Anais Nin: "And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." Wrap Up Round Sponsored by BankSmarter.com Three Main Takeaways: Be persistence and don't lose faith. Think global about where else you can take your product. Talk to everybody because that person could be your next sponsors or promoter. Ron Suber, President Prosper, Chairman of Credible.com whose founder is Stephen Dash was the Keynote speaker for the Australia Fintech conference. tags: Open Data, Blockchain, Digital Currencies, Digital Robo-Advice Alternative Finance and Payments, AI Artificial intelligence, Digital Identity, Neo Banks, Regtech, Insurtech.

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It has been almost eight months since Ron Suber announced he was stepping down as President of Prosper. In that time he has kept very busy, still tirelessly traveling the world and spreading the word on how fintech can help society. I thought it would be good to catch up with Ron now that he […] The post Podcast 140: Ron Suber, the Godfather of Fintech appeared first on Lend Academy.

It has been almost eight months since Ron Suber announced he was stepping down as President of Prosper. In that time he has kept very busy, still tirelessly traveling the world and spreading the word on how fintech can help society. I thought it would be good to catch up with Ron now that he […] The post Podcast 140: Ron Suber, the Godfather of Fintech appeared first on Lend Academy.

This week, Thomas Byrne, CleanCapital CEO, guest hosts for an exciting conversation with Ron Suber, a FinTech leader and pioneer as the President Emeritus of Prosper Marketplace. It’s a great discussion on the history of FinTech and how marketplace lending is transforming finance. Ron has been at the forefront of the advancements taking place in the financial marketplace and the growing interest to interact with the next generation of consumers. Learn what’s in store as we head into the “Golden Age of FinTech” and how we can finance online in a more efficient way. Experts Only is made possible by CleanCapital. Learn more: http://www.cleancapital.com Follow on Twitter: @CleanCapital_

Today's guest: Ron Suber was President of Prosper Marketplace and is a Lending Industry Legend.  Ron has been called the “godfather of fintech” by San Francisco Business Times, and the “go-to” guy for fintech innovation. What you'll learn:  *what does it take to make things happen? *How do you overcome hurdles and obstacles *What are the new barriers to entry *How do you constantly reinvent yourself, stay current in this ever-changing industry called fintech? and *the Past, present, and future of fintech!! Resources:  Rewirement.co LendIt IQ, EQ, AQ Lend Academy Prosper Lending Club Bloomberg Super Normal - Resilience WebBank Goldman Sachs Marcus Ondeck JPMorgan Kabbage Santander Avant Sofi Friendly Transfer Docusign Credible YieldStreet Wayne Dyer - Power of Intention and Daily Intention.  Set your intention..  Books .  Hosting .  Graphic Designer tags: financial services, fintech, technology, p2p lending, online platform

Ron Suber has played the role of financial technology guru, leader and executive throughout a very successful career.  He has been an active investor in over 21 FinTech Companies.  Ron has also been instrumental in the turnaround of numerous companies. Ron is the former President of Prosper and was recently named Executive Vice Chairman and Board Member of Credible. Listen to this really cool episode of Thrive LOUD of the man that's been dubbed "The Godfather of FinTech".    

Keynote by Ron Suber at Lang Di Fintech 2016.

Prosper's Ron Suber discusses the new Marketplace Lending Association at LendIt USA 2016

Closing keynote address by Ron Suber, President of Prosper Marketplace, at LendIt USA 2015.

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I was in San Francisco last month and I sat down with Prosper president, Ron Suber to record this conversation for the next edition of the Lend Academy Podcast. Ron Suber was part of the executive team that took control of Prosper early last year and they have been on a roll since then. As […] The post Podcast 11: Interview with Ron Suber of Prosper appeared first on Lend Academy.

I was in San Francisco last month and I sat down with Prosper president, Ron Suber to record this conversation for the next edition of the Lend Academy Podcast. Ron Suber was part of the executive team that took control of Prosper early last year and they have been on a roll since then. As […] The post Podcast 11: Interview with Ron Suber of Prosper appeared first on Lend Academy.

We sit down with Prosper Marketplace executive Ron Suber. The conversation highlights how retail investors should think about peer-to-peer lending and what the industry's opportunities and challenges are.