The Compassionate Capitalist Show™ empowers entrepreneurs and investors alike to create wealth with passion and purpose. Join Karen Rands, a best selling author, for insights on Angel Investing, Crowdfunding, Business Growth, and Wealth Creation. As a seasoned entrepreneur and investor herself, Karen engages in dynamic conversations with industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, seasoned angel investors and venture capitalists as they share proven strategies and lessons learned. Once you l ...
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Cultivating Angel Investors with Cintia Mano of Core Angels
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The Future of Finance: AI-driven Investment Strategies with David Marra
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Today on the Compassionate Capitalist Show, we are diving deep into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and its transformative impact on businesses and investment strategies. David Marra, a trailblazer in quantitative asset management and financial innovation, joins host Karen Rands to discuss how AI has evolved to simplify implementat…
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Navigating the Compassionate Capitalist Compass: Family Office Governance & Best Practices with Guillermo Salazar
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A "Family Office" is remarkable entity that High-Net-Worth & Ultra-High-Net-Worth Families use to manage their wealth as it grows, and preserve it for their future generations. A family office provides a wide range of services tailored to meet the needs of HNWIs. From investment management to charitable giving advice, family offices may offer a ded…
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Challenges of Scaling a Fintech Business after Devastating Loss as a Female Founder, with Surabhi Shenoy
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Listen to Karen Rands and Surabhi Shenoy's lively conversation on this episode of Compassionate Capitalist Show as they talk about the double down on challenges Surabhi faced as a female founder of a tech company, bringing fin-tech innovation to the Banking Industry in India. Hear how Surabhi overcame the professional challenge of learning a whole …
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Forecasting Future Workforce Needs (and Being Ready): Cary Sparrow's Data-Driven Analysis
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In today's conversation, Karen Rands will unpack the pivotal role statistics and wage data play in employment, the impact of the pandemic on labor markets, and the ongoing "Great Resignation." Her guest, Cary Sparrow will share insights from his fascinating journey from nuclear submarine officer to technology entrepreneur. Cary is the CEO of one of…
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From Customer Discovery to Brand Loyalty: Taylor Frame’s Guide to Marketing Funnels
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Welcome to another episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show #podcast, where we dive deep into the best practices for creating wealth as a business owner, and using that to discern investing in the companies with the best odds of achieving success to exit. Today, Host Karen Rands digs into the mechanics of marketing funnels and strategic forecas…
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Chris Reilly's Take on Angel Investing, VC, and Private Equity Leveraged Buyouts
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Join Karen Rands on a deep dive with finance maven Chris Reilly where they unpack essential business strategies and financial modeling insights. Whether you’re an avid investor, a business owner, or just finance-curious, this episode is a treasure trove of practical wisdom. Financial modeling is fundamental to understanding the future potential of …
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Building a $10 Million Legacy: Rashaun Williams’ Approach to Smart Investing
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Join your host Karen Rands and distinguished guest Rashaun Williams as they explore the depths of strategic investing, the importance of financial literacy, and the nuanced role financial advisors play in wealth accumulation.🏦💼 Rashaun Williams, a seasoned investor with a wealth of experience from Wall Street to venture capital, shares his insights…
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From Bankruptcy to Innovation Success: Howard Chang's Entrepreneurial Journey
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Don't Miss Howard Chang, CEO of JustBoardrooms and Chairman of theturnlab, as he brings a wealth of entrepreneurial insights and Angel Investor Strategies to the Compassionate Capitalist Show Audience. From his poignant personal experiences with bankruptcy and overcoming cancer to his innovative solution for underutilized real estate with Just Boar…
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The Compassionate Tech Shift in Death Care with Guest Faisal Abid
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We are back with another insightful episode the Compassionate Capitalist Show that will challenge the way you think about traditional industries and the transformative power of technology. This episode features a thought-provoking conversation between our host Karen Rands and a special guest, Faisal Abid, the innovative co-founder of Eirene Cremati…
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LevelFields AI: Andrew Einhorn's Answer to Event-Driven Investment Predictions for the Stock Market
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Ready to unlock the secrets to smart investing and entrepreneurial success? Dive deep into the world of identifying winning investment opportunities with our latest Compassionate Capitalist Show Podcast episode featuring special guest Andrew Einhorn, co-founder and CEO of LevelFields! Join our knowledgeable host, Karen Rands, as she and Andrew expl…
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Karen Rands on Evolution of AI & A Look Back for Investors and Founders on Predicting What Is to Come
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Karen Rands brings her unique insights about Artificial Intelligence and how it has and will impact our lives. With a look back to the predictions in 2018, found in the Fortune Magazine article "25 Ways Artificial Intelligence is Changing Business", she addresses the growing media hoopla over AI and Machine Learning. Listen to uncover the myriad wa…
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William Lam Discusses the Impact of Mental Programming on Entrepreneurs and Angel Investing
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Today's episode is a treasure trove for anyone looking to not only raise capital for their ventures but to transform their business strategy and mindset for unprecedented success. We dive deep into the nuances of long-term versus short-term goals, understand the impact of FOMO on the investor psyche, and explore the transformative potential of ment…
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Sex Tech Revolution: Dr. Soum Rakshit at the Forefront of Biometric Innovations
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show, where curiosity about best practices for wealth creation through funded innovation meets conversation of those that are walking the walk and leading the way, and innovation lights up every story. Today we're diving into a topic that's as cutting-edge as it is crucial—sex te…
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Angel Investing: Minimizing Founder’s “Payroll Exit” Risks with Hall T Martin
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In this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show, Karen brings back a fan favorite from the vault to explain something she references often -- Hall Martin's strategy to It is a strategy he used to share the risk between angel investors and founders. This is where the term you hear Karen use: Payroll Exits - comes from. Their discussion will spa…
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The 5 Things Founders & Investors Need to Know to Maximize Patent Value with Russ Krajec
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show with host, Karen Rands. Today, we're privileged to have patent attorney and CEO of Blue Iron, Russ Krajec, on the show. Russ will debunk myths and misconceptions about patents. Expect to dive deep into the importance of aligning patents with your business roadmap, with empha…
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From Wall Street to Late Stage Angel Investing: A Roadmap for Predictable Returns with Rashaun Williams
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In this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show brought back to life from the vault, Karen Rands engages in a compelling conversation with Rashaun Williams, a late-stage angel investor and venture capitalist. Williams shares his journey from investment banking to venture capital, highlighting the unique approach he takes in late-stage private …
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Navigating the Grueling Path to Startup Success with Kenneth Berger
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Welcome to another episode of the CCS podcast! In today's episode, we dive into the challenges faced by entrepreneurs with our special guest, Kenneth Berger. Host Karen Rands engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Kenneth as they discuss the struggles, conflicts, and triumphs experienced along the journey to building successful startups. …
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The Wealth Creator: A Deep Dive into Ad-Tech, Film Financing, and Fintech with Jon Gosier
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In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show™, Karen chats with Jon Gosier, a successful entrepreneur turned venture capitalist, who has made a significant impact in the worlds of adtech, fintech, and film financing. Here are the key points they explore: 1. Unlikely Combinations in Entrepreneurship: Jon Gosier is a prominent figure in both …
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Creating Wealth Investing in Renewable Energy with Mike Silvestrini of Energia
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In this episode, we delve into the lucrative world of renewable energy investments, specifically focusing on the incredible potential of solar energy projects. Host Karen Rands is joined by Mike Silvestrini, the visionary behind Energea, a company making renewable energy investments accessible to everyone. In today's economic landscape of rising in…
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Reputation Rising: Unleashing 360° Media Magic for Brand Domination with Dean Trevelino
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In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show we delve deep into the world of reputation marketing and its symbiotic relationship with the 'know, trust, buy' theory of customer engagement. Our guest today is none other than Dean Trevelino, the co-founder of Trevelino/Keller, a renowned full-service digital marketing agency. Dean brings a wea…
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How Raising Capital is like Getting Married and How to Protect your Interests as an Investor or Founder
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The need for legal contract preparation when starting a business is paramount, as it serves as a crucial investment in safeguarding the interests of founders and investors. These contracts and organizational documents act as essential guardrails for the company, ensuring a smooth course even in times of disagreement, corruption, or unexpected event…
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Unlocking Growth: Leveraging Fractional Executives (CMO) and Navigating the Sales-Marketing Divide
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Fractional executives offer a unique and valuable growth strategy for startups and emerging growth companies. They distinguish themselves from external consultants by actively exercising executive authority within the organization, aiding in strategy development and execution. These interim leaders are instrumental in building out specific departme…
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Mindful Money: Wealth Creation in the Context of our “Social Fabric” and Uncertain Future.
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The very nature of investments is speculative -- Real Estate, Stock Markets, even Angel Investing, can all lose value based on factors outside the control of the investor. Jonathon K. DeYoe joins Karen Rands to discuss the concept of Mindful Money -- having a plan for investing so emotion doesn't kill your wealth and you can hedge against unforseen…
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Understanding Private Company Valuation: Navigating from Startup to Acquisition
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In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show, join host Karen Rands as she delves into the intricate world of business valuation with esteemed guest Gregg Ficery, President of Integgra Valuation & Advisory Services. Valuing private companies, particularly startups and pre-revenue ventures, is a complex challenge that demands careful conside…
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Media Tech Entrepreneur turned Venture Capitalist with Shachar Oren of Sound Media Ventures
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Listen to Karen's interview of Shachar Oren, of Sound Media Ventures, as he shares his journey from boot strapped startup to successful exit to lead a Media Tech VC firm in Atlanta, GA. Karen first met Shachar nearly 2 decades ago when he was raising capital for Neurotic Media and wanted to present to her angel group, the Network of Business Angels…
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The Hope & Promise of An Urban Renaissance Revisited with Terrence Gallman
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What if there was a way to do what many have unsuccessfully tried and accomplish many think impossible: to invest in low- economic neighborhoods, benefit the community, and actually make money at the same time? In this case, the idea of making money while doing good isn't about bringing an innovation to market that will solve a universal problem li…
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Wefunder- Leading the Crowdfunding Industry - Committed to Equality to Create Wealth with Jonny Price
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Jonny Price, VP of Banter at Wefunder, joins Karen Rands on this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show™ to discuss the evolution and impact of Crowdfunding to fuel equality and opportunity for founders and create wealth for mainstreet investors. Crowdfunding platforms, like Wefunder, democratize raising capital and creating wealth, providing…
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The Super Crowd - Building Community to Create Wealth with Social Impact with Devin Thorpe
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In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Podcast™, host Karen Rands interviews Devin Thorpe, founder of The Super Crowd, a public benefit corporation focused on impact crowdfunding to help diverse founders and social entrepreneurs raise capital. Devin, a champion of social good and a bestselling author, discusses the evolution of crowdfundin…
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To Podcast or Not Podcast? Will Your Customers Care? With Phyllis Nichols
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Podcasting has emerged as a powerful marketing and customer engagement strategy, enabling businesses to establish credibility and build a trusted connection with their customers. With over 5 million podcasts globally and 70 million episodes, the medium has witnessed substantial growth, reaching targeted platforms and engaging specific audiences. Re…
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Carbon Capture and Other Climate Hardware Innovations Create a Giga-corn Opportunity
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Carbon capture has emerged as a crucial climate change recovery strategy, given the catastrophic environmental changes occurring worldwide. The melting of Greenland and Arctic ice sheets, deforestation and the loss of rainforests like the Amazon, warming oceans, declining coral reefs and fish populations, and the significant decline in insect popul…
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Navigating IRS Regulations and Ensuring Compliance for Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds
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Join us in this episode as we explore the world of Opportunity Zones. Landon Johnson, of CapZone Analytics, joins Karen Rands to dive into the latest IRS regulation changes impacting Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds (QOZFs) and unravel the complexities surrounding compliance. Whether you're new to this concept or already involved as a fund particip…
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Master the Art of Pitching Investors with Donna Griffit on The Compassionate Capitalist Show
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Donna Griffit, the Corporate Storyteller, joins Karen Rands on the Compassionate Capitalist Show to discuss the art and science of pitching investors. They delve into the essential elements of a pitch deck, including the vision statement, passion, product description, and founder story as the hook. The conversation also explores the importance of c…
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Investing in Self Storage: Stable, Growing, Profitable & Recession Proof with Jacob Vanderslice
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Focus of this episode: Educating about the acquisition and management of self-storage centers and other opportunistic real estate throughout the United States. Today we are going to talk about an asset class that is like real estate investing, but also like investing in a business... One of our goals on The Compassionate Capitalist Show is to under…
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Why NOW is the Right Time to Start Angel / Crowdfund Investing to Build Wealth
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Historically, 7 M Americans, with $75K more in income, invest in Real Estate. The rising cost of real estate and cost of money is pricing new investors out of the market. Crypto investing is all the rage, but it is so volatile, risky, and time consuming. I HAVE GOOD NEWS. There is a little known way to invest, that not only has potential for big re…
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Unveiling the Future: Insights from a Visionary Angel Investor and VC with Brett Martin
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In this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show, Karen engages in an enlightening conversation with Brett Martin, a seasoned serial entrepreneur, angel investor, venture capitalist, and visionary. Brett shares his remarkable experiences and profound insights, offering listeners a glimpse into the world of entrepreneurship and venture investing…
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Maximizing Your Website's Potential: Strategies for Sustainable and Impactful Companies with William Cheshier
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William Cheshier, founder of CheshTech, joins Karen to share practical tips for building a profitable website that functions as a 24/7 sales and marketing tool. The discussion highlights the common mistake of thinking that simply having a website is sufficient, emphasizing the need for strategy and careful consideration of the target audience's exp…
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Building a Successful Business: "SMART" Team Building and Cash Flow Management with Kristy Yoder
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Cashflow and skilled resources are critical as a business grows. Your business can't grow if the CEO is wearing all the hats. Kristy Yoder, Founder and CEO of SMART VA, as a successful female business owner, share with Karen lessons learned from her journey of building a virtual assistant and interim execs outsourcing business that helps small busi…
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The Green Revolution: Investing in Climate Change Technologies for a Sustainable Future with Matt Ward
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During this interview, Karen and Matt discusses the importance of investing in climate change technologies and provides insights into how businesses can leverage these investments to make a positive impact on the environment. It is BIG opptunity to solve the BIG problems and Trillions of dollars will be invested by private investors, institutional …
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The Dream Journey: Entrepreneur to Angel Investor to VC with Brad Feld
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Brad Feld, the Co-Founder of Techstars, the Managing Director at Foundry VC Group https://foundry.vc/blog/ , and author of numerous books as part of the Startup Revolution series, the latest: Startup Boards (https://feld.com/books-on-startups-entrepreneurship-and-venture-capital/) Brad joins Karen to share his fascinating journey from entrepreneur,…
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Making Bank with Conscious Capitalism with Guest David Valentine
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Using Conscious Capitalism philosophy and unconventional marketing approaches, David Valentine, CEO & Founder of Avadel Agency, was able to rapidly grow his 7 businesses by investing money into his people. David's businesses have generated over a billion dollars collectively for over 1000 clients, including major brands and fortune 100 companies, a…
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Angel Investor Pros Share How They Diversify Their Portfolio to Increase Return on Investment
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Experienced Angels know how to mitigate their risk through diversification. This episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show features Karen Rands as she shares her experience and perspective on diversifying an angel investment portfolio to increase the odds of winning the wealth creation game. Karen attended the Angel Investor Diversification Stra…
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3 Legs, 3 Cs & Why the Entrepreneur is the Hope of the World, with Paul Neal
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Debt for a business can be a saving grace for a growing business or a nail in their coffin, if they don't understands the 3 Legs of Lending. Paul Neal joins Karen Rands on The Compassionate Capitalist Show to explain how to make debt work for a company's growth strategy. Paul also shares his incites on the the 3 Cs that are critical to the success …
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What is Bigger than a Unicorn? Unlocking the $Trillion Solar Opportunity with Bill Nussey
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Bill Nussey joins Karen Rands on The Compassionate Capitalist Show to talk about the $Trillion 'startup' opportunity that no one is talking about - That is, other than a small group of innovators that see the potential of applying the best practices of innovation advancement that we saw advance the stabiliy, power, and miniturization of cell phone …
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Why Gold Is Good for Your Investment Portfolio & How to Get Started Investing with Patrick Yip of ONEGOLD
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To Invest in Gold Or Not to Invest in Gold? If YES, then how? Karen Rands is joined by Patrick Yip of APMEX and ONEGOLD to share why it may make sense to invest in Gold as an asset class comparable to stocks and bonds. There is renewed interest in Gold as an investment asset in the face of uncertain economic times. If you have never invested in Gol…
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How to get started as a Crowd Funding Investor with Karen Rands
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Millennials ask - How to I get Started with Investing in Companies that are Crowd Funding their opportunities. Karen answers. Billions of dollars are being invested in companies raising capital directly from the public in legal equity based 'crowdfunding' methods -- Still far under the total capital raised from angels and VCs...(2022 numbers about …
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Growing Your Business & Market – From a Latinx Perspective With Gabriela Pulido
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According to the SBA, the number of Hispanic business owners has grown 34% in the last 10 years. Making Latinx the fastest-growing segment of U.S. small businesses, with an estimated 4.65 million Hispanic-owned businesses in the U.S. The growth of Hispanic consumers in the last decade in the US is unprecedented. Businesses are waking up to the econ…
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Investing in FinTech with an Impact, With Eric Hazard of Vested Ventures
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Karen Rands is joined by Eric Hazard of Vested Ventures to discuss what “financial literacy” really means and why "fintech" is uniquely qualified to help provide it -- and how Compassionate Capitalists, angel investors, can make money while investing in companies that are solving social and economic inequality. The lack of financial literacy has cr…
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The Road To Success Requires Tenacity, Perseverance & Video! With Brandon Adams
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Brandon T. Adams joins Karen Rands on The Compassionate Capitalist Show to discuss the meaning of success, overcoming setbacks, and the power of possibility when you use video to share your story and connect with your target audience. This episode is geared toward entrepreneurs and the mindset they need to persevere to reach the culmination of huge…
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Real Estate Investing Strategies & Trends with Heather Dreves
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Getting started investing in entrepreneurs is very similar to investing in real estate. Karen & Heather delve into the innovative ways real estate investors can use different types of funds to get started in investing with a predictable return, and without all the hassles of searching for good real estate investments and managing those assets direc…
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