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 – How To Write a DAO Constitution

Oct 31, 2024

How To Write a DAO Constitution

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

In setting up a DAO it’s important to write a constitution defining the governance and establishing the rules.

Here are some key steps in writing a constitution for your...

Startup Funding Espresso – Delegated Voting in DAOs

Oct 30, 2024

Delegated Voting in DAOs

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

DAOs bring many benefits to online communities such as member control over the direction of the DAO.

One of the challenges with current DAOs is member voting.

Just as voters in...

Startup Funding Espresso – VC Usage of DAOs

Oct 29, 2024

VC Usage of DAOs

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

DAOs bring many benefits to the startup fundraise.

These include a community focused on supporting a common cause.

And software to track the results and execute the policies of the...

Startup Funding Espresso – Fundraising With DAOs

Oct 28, 2024

Fundraising With DAOs

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

DAOs bring a new level of community engagement to startup fundraising.

The community within the DAO can support the startup not only with investment dollars but also by promoting...

How to Raise Funding: How to Find Anchor Clients | Episode 30

Oct 25, 2024

On this episode of Investor Connect, Hall welcomes Mario Vasquez, Founder and CEO at Vest Social. Located in Georgetown, Texas, Vest Social is a newly launched platform aimed at connecting individuals and businesses in the construction industry. The company addresses the significant challenge many face in hiring skilled...