148: Regenpreneur Story - The Soil & The Ledger with MAD Capital

Podcast Episode: The Soil & The Ledger: Seeding a Regenerative Future with MAD Capital  >>Full Transcript, Blogpost, and Show Notes Here Description: The path of a regenerative entrepreneur is often a lonely one, fraught with financial hurdles and a system not built to support the deep, patient work of healing our planet. In this episode of the Seeds of Tao podcast, we sit down with Brandon Welch and Philip Taylor, the founders of Mad Capital, a company on a mission to finance the regenerative revolution in agriculture. Join us for a candid conversation about their journey, from the philosophical underpinnings of their work to the nitty-gritty of creating financial products that mimic the cycles of nature. We explore the "valley of death" that many transitioning farmers face and how Mad Capital is building a bridge to a more profitable and ecologically sound future. This episode is a must-listen for any "regenpreneur" who has ever felt the struggle of aligning their values with their balance sheet. Show Notes: Introduction to Mad Capital: Learn about their mission to create a regenerative organic revolution in agriculture by providing right-fit capital for farmers. (0:24:32) The "Why" Behind the Work: Brandon and Philip share what gets them excited to bridge the gap between Wall Street and land stewards. (0:18:27) The Entrepreneurial Journey: Hear the origin story of Mad Capital, born from a "dark night of the soul" and a deep desire to see tangible change in the world. (0:32:07) Overcoming the "Valley of Death": A discussion on the financial challenges farmers face when transitioning to regenerative practices and how Mad Capital's flexible and patient financing is making a difference. (0:39:53) The Orbit, Moon, and Star Shot: Mad Capital's vision for the future, from reaching profitability to financing 5 million acres of regenerative farmland by 2032. (0:59:52) The Importance of Self-Care for Entrepreneurs: A candid conversation about avoiding burnout and the devotional routines that keep the Mad Capital team grounded. (0:53:16) A Message of Hope and Perseverance: Brandon and Phillip's advice for fellow regenerative entrepreneurs on the importance of patience, focus, and building a community of "true believers." (1:10:52) Resource Links: Mad Capital Website: madcapital.com Mad Agriculture Website: madagriculture.org Follow Mad Capital on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mad-capital-pbc/ Follow Mad Agriculture on Instagram: instagram.com/madagriculture Highlighted Promotion: Join the regenBEE Community Feeling inspired by the conversation with Mad Capital? Do you have your own story of regenerative entrepreneurship to share? You don't have to go it alone. The Regenerative Business Economies Ecosystem (regenBEE) is an open and free community where impact entrepreneurs, funders, and allies come together to support one another and build the regenerative economies of the future. In the regenBEE, you'll find: A network of peers who understand the unique challenges and triumphs of your work. Opportunities to connect with potential funders and collaborators. A platform to share your story and learn from the experiences of others. Join us as we collectively move beyond sustainability and into our regenerative future. It all starts with community. Join the regenBEE Community Today!