Episode 77: Inside Secrets to Angel Investing with Karen Rands

from Thinking Like a Bank · host Sarry Ibrahim

Karen Y. Rands is a Venture Catalyst, a Compassionate Capitalist, Economist, Investor, and Entrepreneur.  She is nationally recognized as an expert on angel investing and the author of the bestselling book Inside Secrets to Angel Investing.  Karen is the Leader and Advocate for the Compassionate Capitalist Movement.  She believes entrepreneurism is the greatest source for wealth creation.  “You don't have to be a successful entrepreneur to create generational wealth if you can learn how to invest in those companies that have the potential to be the next big thing”, according to Karen. Karen managed a traditional angel investor network in Atlanta, GA for many years until the JOBS Act of 2012 created an opportunity to disrupt the status quo for connecting entrepreneurs and investors.  Karen offers capital strategy, preparation, and investor relations services for entrepreneurs seeking financing based on the new regulations for crowd finance through her firm Kugarand Capital Holdings LLC.  Karen provides education and due diligence services to a new generation of private investors in her National Network of Angel Investors. This episode talks about: Karen's background in Corporate America and her introduction to Angel investing Do you need to be an accredited investor to become an angel investor? What is compassionate capitalism? What is Crowdfunding? Advantages of crowdfunding from the investor's standpoint? Typical holding period when investing in crowdfunding investments vs. other assets What are some key factors to consider before investing in privately held businesses? What is a Reg A+ offering vs. Rule 506(b) and other types of capital raising methods Is there a specific crowdfunding platform/website where you can find a list of companies that are raising capital? Which state has the most angel investors? Resources to learn more about raising capital and investing in private business To connect with Karen Rands and learn about being an angel investor, please visit: 👉Website:➡️http://kugarand.com/ 👉Websitehttp://insidesecretstoangelinvesting.com/ 👉Linkedin: ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenrands/ 👉Facebook: ➡️https://www.facebook.com/TheKarenRands 👉Twitter: ➡️https://twitter.com/karen_rands 👉Instagram: ➡️https://www.instagram.com/compassionatecapitalist/ 👉Book: 📚  Inside Secrets to Angel Investing 👉 Podcast: ➡️The Compassion Capitalist Show 👉To learn more about what we do and how we can help you grow more wealth, please visit ➡️ https://finassetprotection.com 👉You can also schedule a free call with us: ➡️ https://calendly.com/financialservicesins 📢💡 📚 Free "Thinking Like a Bank" ebook. Learn to think like a bank by downloading a free copy here: ➡️ https://thinkinglikeabank.com 🚧 👉 **Not intended to be financial advice. Please consult a professional who knows your specific situation.

What this episode covers

Karen Y. Rands is a Venture Catalyst, a Compassionate Capitalist, Economist, Investor, and Entrepreneur. She is nationally recognized as an expert on angel investing and the author of the bestselling book Inside Secrets to Angel Investing. Karen is the Leader and Advocate for the Compassionate Capitalist Movement. She believes entrepreneurism is the greatest source for wealth creation. “You don't have to be a successful entrepreneur to create generational wealth if you can learn how to invest in those companies that have the potential to be the next big thing”, according to Karen. Karen managed a traditional angel investor network in Atlanta, GA for many years until the JOBS Act of 2012 created an opportunity to disrupt the status quo for connecting entrepreneurs and investors. Karen offers capital strategy, preparation, and investor relations services for entrepreneurs seeking financing based on the new regulations for crowd finance through her firm Kugarand Capital Holdings LLC. Karen provides education and due diligence services to a new generation of private investors in her National Network of Angel Investors. This episode talks about: Karen's background in Corporate America and her introduction to Angel investing Do you need to be an accredited investor to become an angel investor? What is compassionate capitalism? What is Crowdfunding? Advantages of crowdfunding from the investor's standpoint? Typical holding period when investing in crowdfunding investments vs. other assets What are some key factors to consider before investing in privately held businesses? What is a Reg A+ offering vs. Rule 506(b) and other types of capital raising methods Is there a specific crowdfunding platform/website where you can find a list of companies that are raising capital? Which state has the most angel investors? Resources to learn more about raising capital and investing in private business To connect with Karen Rands and learn about being an angel investor, please visit: 👉Website:➡️http://kugarand.com/ 👉Websitehttp://insidesecretstoangelinvesting.com/ 👉Linkedin: ➡️https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenrands/ 👉Facebook: ➡️https://www.facebook.com/TheKarenRands 👉Twitter: ➡️https://twitter.com/karen_rands 👉Instagram: ➡️https://www.instagram.com/compassionatecapitalist/ 👉Book: 📚 Inside Secrets to Angel Investing 👉 Podcast: ➡️The Compassion Capitalist Show 👉To learn more about what we do and how we can help you grow more wealth, please visit ➡️ https://finassetprotection.com 👉You can also schedule a free call with us: ➡️ https://calendly.com/financialservicesins 📢💡 📚 Free "Thinking Like a Bank" ebook. Learn to think like a bank by downloading a free copy here: ➡️ https://thinkinglikeabank.com 🚧 👉 **Not intended to be financial advice. Please consult a professional who knows your specific situation.

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