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Investor Connect Podcast

Investor Connect is for investors interested in learning more about investing in startup and growth stage companies. Experienced investors share their experiences and advice with those who are considering an investment into startups and growth companies. It includes a podcast series of interviews with investors to inform others about the process of funding startups as well as a resource list and a discussion board.  

Topics include sourcing, analyzing, and researching companies. Other topics include valuations, terms Sheets, board of directors, board of advisors, due diligence, syndicates, venture capital, angels, angel networks, family offices, crowdfunding, exits, and more.

Investor Connect is a community program. We welcome your suggestions for speakers and topics which you can send to us through the Contact page. No registration is required to use the resources.  Discussion boards are available to post and answer questions about startups and growth company investing through which registration is required.

Investor Connect is a program under the Texas Open Angel Network which is a 501(c3) non-profit dedicated to the education around startup funding.

Disclaimer: Hall T. Martin is the Director of Investor Connect which is dedicated to the education of investors for early stage funding. All opinions expressed by Hall and podcast guests are solely their own opinions and do not reflect the opinion of Investor Connect. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

Nov 30, 2023

Managing Your Brand

Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.

Once you have established your brand it’s important to manage it ongoing.

Here are some key steps to consider in managing your brand:

Assign a team member to manage the process.


Nov 29, 2023

Key Elements of a Brand

Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.

A strong brand that resonates with the audience has several key elements.

Here’s a list of elements to build into your brand:

Authenticity:

Customers look for brands that are...


Nov 28, 2023

Steps to Building Your Brand

Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.

In building a brand from scratch follow these steps:

Start with purpose.

Identify the reason behind the company and why it exists.

Research the competition.

Find out what...


Nov 27, 2023

Best Practices for Creating a Brand

Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing.

In crafting your brand consider these best practices:

Research your competition to see what type of branding they use.

This gives you an idea of what customers are...


Nov 24, 2023

Welcome to another episode of Investor Connect: How to raise funding series, with Hall T. Martin.

In this in-depth conversation, a tech startup founder details their journey from idea to a flourishing business. They share their experience of raising capital, tackling market research, overcoming challenges, and reaching...