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 – What Is the Value of a Lead Investor

Aug 30, 2024

What Is the Value of a Lead Investor

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

The lead investor can be an important resource to a startup.

Here’s a list of values lead investors can bring to their fundraise:

They help increase the chance of...

Startup Funding Espresso – Role of the Lead Investor After the Fundraise

Aug 29, 2024

Role of the Lead Investor After the Fundraise

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

The lead investor has a role before, during and after the fundraise.

Here are some key activities for the lead investor after the fundraise.

Takes a board...

Startup Funding Espresso – What Are Co-Lead Investors?

Aug 28, 2024

What Are Co-Lead Investors?

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

The lead investor typically takes up to half of the round in return for leading the diligence and setting the valuation.

When there is a great deal of work to be done and...

Startup Funding Espresso – Disadvantages to Being a Lead Investor

Aug 27, 2024

Disadvantages to Being a Lead Investor

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

While there are many advantages to being a lead investor there are also disadvantages.

Here’s a list of disadvantages to consider:

The lead investor must convince...

Startup Funding Espresso – Advantages to Being a Lead Investor

Aug 26, 2024

Advantages to Being a Lead Investor

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

While the lead investor has many responsibilities there are also advantages.

Here are some advantages to being a lead investor:

Gain a better understanding of the...