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.

Startup Funding Espresso – Primary vs Secondary Market Research

Sep 20, 2024

Primary vs Secondary Market Research

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

Market research falls into two categories: Primary and Secondary research

Primary market research consists of gathering information directly from people through a...

Startup Funding Espresso – Segment the Market

Sep 19, 2024

Segment the Market

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

Market segmentation divides your target market into logical groups based on needs, location, or other factors.

The purpose of market segmentation is to identify the most profitable...

Startup Funding Espresso – Identify the Ideal Customer Profile

Sep 18, 2024

Identify the Ideal Customer Profile

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

In researching a market it’s important to identify the ideal customer profile.

The ideal customer is the one who is best suited to buy your product or service.

A...

Startup Funding Espresso – How To Size the Market

Sep 17, 2024

How To Size the Market

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

Sizing the market is a key step in researching an industry.

Follow these steps to size the market for your startup.

Define the total available market which is anyone you can sell...

Startup Funding Espresso – Analyze Industry Trends

Sep 16, 2024

Analyze Industry Trends

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

When conducting market research for your startup, it's crucial to differentiate between primary and secondary research.

Primary research involves gathering data directly...