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.

Investor Connect - How to Raise Funding 23

May 31, 2024

In this episode of Investor Connect, Hall T. Martin discusses the essentials of raising funding with a guest who has transitioned from consulting to entrepreneurship. Hall underscores the importance of planning the investor's exit strategy from the beginning, which can involve sales, revenue sharing, or...

Startup Funding Espresso – What Is a Family Office?

May 31, 2024

What Is a Family Office?

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

A family office is an entity setup to manage the wealth and business activities of a family to promote its values and identity.

Here are some key activities found in many...

Startup Funding Espresso – How the Board Can Help During a Turnaround

May 30, 2024

How the Board Can Help During a Turnaround

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

During a turnaround the board should help.

Here are some key steps to engage the board in the turnaround process.

Interview the board for their input on the...

Startup Funding Espresso – Why Turnarounds Fail

May 29, 2024

Why Turnarounds Fail

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

Just as not all startups succeed so not all turnarounds succeed either.

Here’s a list of reasons why turnarounds fail:

Failure to adapt.

The market continually changes so it’s...

Startup Funding Espresso – Evaluating Your Startup for a Turnaround

May 28, 2024

Evaluating Your Startup for a Turnaround

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

If things are not going well at your startup you may want to consider implementing a turnaround program at some level.

Here are key points to evaluate your...