Broadcasting Capital: How Carl Dawson Turned a TV Show into a Fundraising Powerhouse

Carl Dawson, founder of America’s Next Investment (ANI), sits down to discuss how he's reshaping startup fundraising through media. By combining national television exposure with compliant equity crowdfunding, Carl has helped dozens of early-stage companies raise capital and gain visibility. Airing weekly on CNBC after Shark Tank, ANI reaches over 90 million households and gives investors a unique window into emerging brands. Carl shares how his background in marketing and infomercials led to this innovative platform, why storytelling is essential for founders, and what every startup must get right before seeking capital.