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Inside Startup Investing with Chris Lustrino
Join Chris Lustrino as he talks to startup founders, angel investors, fund managers, investing platform executives, and more about the online private markets. Inside Startup Investing gives listeners the inside scoop on alternative investing such as startups from an investor and founder perspectives.
Episodes
- Inside Startup Investing with Chris Lustrino
Ep. 75 - Courtney Boyd Myers
Inside Startup Investing hosts Courtney Boyd Myers, the founder and CEO of AKUA, a company committed to transforming ocean farming into a mainstream source of…
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Ep. 74 - Anthony Tassone
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Anthony Tassone, the founder of Truleo, discusses how his company uses AI to transcribe and analyze police body…
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Ep. 73 - Collin Castellaw
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Collin Castellaw, Co-Founder of PlayersTV. They discuss the shift in athletes’…
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Ep. 72 - Linh Dao Smooke
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Linh Dao Smooke, the chief operating officer of HackerNoon. HackerNoon is a platform…
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Ep. 71 - Manish Kapoor
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino talks with Manish Kapoor, the founder and CEO of TruKno, a cybersecurity startup. They discuss the…
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Ep. 70 - Maria Springer
In this episode of "Inside Startup Investing," Chris Lustrino engages in a lively conversation with Maria Springer, chief executive officer of Capital…
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Ep. 69 - John Panaccione
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with John Panaccione, CEO of Folla Capital, a company specializing in regulatory…
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Ep. 68 - Etan Butler
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Etan Butler, chairman of Dalmore Group, to discuss the growing landscape of online…
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Ep. 67 - Nigel Sharp
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with Aquagga CEO Nigel Sharp. Aquagga takes an innovative approach to mitigating PFAS (per-…
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Ep. 66 - Jesse Randall
Jesse Randall is the CEO of Sweater Ventures, which he founded in 2018 after 20 years of experience in venture capital (VC) and startups. He dropped the idea…
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Episode 65 - Sober Entrepreneurship and the Future of Crowdfunding with Darren Marble
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino interviews Darren Marble, CEO of Issuance and co-founder of Going Public. They discuss…
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Episode 64 - Netcapital
Netcapital is one of the main platforms that hosts online startup investment opportunities. And it's been there since the early days of equity crowdfunding…
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Episode 63 - Vinovest
Fun may not be the first word you associate with investing. But Anthony Zhang, co-founder and CEO of Vinovest, is making it easy and fun for anyone to become a…
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Episode 62 - Skybound
If you're familiar with The Walking Dead or Invincible, then you've encountered Skybound. Skybound is a new breed of media company. Rather than focusing solely…
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Episode 61 - Pureboost
Pureboost is a startup that is primed for success. From its stacked founding and executive team to its key product launch timing, things have just fell into…
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Episode 60 - Sensate
The new year is an excellent time to try and find ways to improve your life. And a common thing we all face is stress. Stress is a natural part of life -- but…
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Episode 59 - Cloudastructure
Security cameras can't provide safety on their own. It takes someone actually watching the footage to identify hazards or crimes. But what if surveillance…
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Episode 58 - Cubo
There's a lot to like about smoothies. They're healthy, delicious, portable, endlessly customizable. But making them can often feel like more trouble than it's…
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Episode 57 - Gameflip
There's a major problem in gaming -- but it might not seem obvious at first glance. As video games have moved from a physical asset (game consoles with…
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Episode 56 - GROUNDFLOOR Co-founder Brian Dally
GROUNDFLOOR is a platform that enables investors of all backgrounds to access debt-based real estate investments. It focuses on fractional shares -- meaning an…
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Episode 55 - Nickelytics Founder Judah Longgrear
Advertising is one of the hardest industries to keep up with. While the internet created a whole new form of advertising, tracking the effectiveness of ads is…
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Episode 54 - Arlan Hamilton of Backstage Capital
Today's episode is a special edition. We're very excited to announce that KingsCrowd and Backstage Capital are adding a new dimension to our strategic…
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Episode 53 - ActivArmor Founder Diana Hall
Diana Hall has invented a better cast (the type your doctor gives you when you break a bone). After running a mentoring program for children from low income…
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Episode 52 - Wefunder Goes to the EU
Online startup investing isn't unique to the US. In fact, the EU legalized equity crowdfunding in 2014. And that headstart has given the EU market ample time…
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Episode 51 - Levi Brackman of Invown
Real estate has long been viewed as a high stable investment asset. As a hard asset, real estate is seen as having more intrinsic value than stocks. And that…
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Episode 50 - Ezra Levine of Collectable
Alternative investing isn't limited to just startups. Alt assets include all kinds of investment opportunities -- from real estate and wine to art and sports…
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Episode 49 - OneDoor Studios
Many people dream of Hollywood -- the cameras, the glam, the red carpet. And for most, it remains just a dream. But one of the most exciting developments in…
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Episode 48 - Class Rebel Founder Brooke Harley
Brooke Harley was a lawyer in the mergers and acquisitions space when the 2008 financial crisis hit. It was a wake up call for her. She went back to school to…
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Episode 47 - Doriot Founder Gerry Hays
It can seem daunting to begin startup investing. The risk, the long wait times for returns, the need to do extra due diligence -- it's a lot for a new investor…
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Episode 46 - ALAO Co-founders Peter Sweeney & Matt McGeagh
Peter Sweeney and Matt McGeagh worked together at Goldman Sachs. And they noticed something while there. Companies were seeking out celebrities as investors…
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Episode 45 - Harvey Multani of RUV Alliance
From starting a data and analytics platform for billionaire investors to working at Coinbase and Plaid, Harvey Multani is no stranger to fintech. From his…
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Episode 44 - Impact Investing with Lea Bouhelier-Gautreau
Lea Bouhelier-Gautreau is passionate about impact investing. Her research into entrepreneurship in the Malawi culture inspired her to center impact investing…
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Episode 43 - Jane West of Jane West
When Colorado legalized cannabis in 2015, Jane West saw an opportunity. She began hosting cannabis events in Colorado – and was immediately fired from her day…
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Episode 42 - Leon Benrimon of StartEngine Collectibles
Owning or collecting artwork feels inaccessible for many people. From issues of how to properly store a painting to not knowing the nuances of one artist over…
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Episode 41 - Aaron Burnett of Spaced Ventures
More than $14 billion was invested in space companies in 2021. But much of that capital is concentrated in a few, big name companies. Space startups that are…
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Episode 40 - Jesse Stein of Everyrealm
What is the metaverse? According to Everyrealm co-founder Jesse Stein, there is no single metaverse. But the heart of any metaverse is interactivity. In this…
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Episode 39 - James McGibney & Rick Bentley of Hydro Hash
Crypto mining is hot – literally. The equipment used to mine bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies generates significant amounts of heat and noise. Heat generated…
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Episode 38 - Nathan Beckord of Foundersuite
Even with online startup investing enabling the connection between thousands of investors and startups across the country, raising capital is still hard…
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Episode 37 - Rebecca Kacaba of DealMaker
Rebecca Kacaba has been in the startup game for more than a decade. While working as a capital markets attorney, she noticed a persistent problem – startup…
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Episode 36 - Emily Cisek of The Postage
When many people think about end-of-life planning, they focus on their will and how to pass on wealth or material goods. But what about the intangible things?…
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Episode 35 - Wes Burdine of the Minnesota Women's Soccer Team
Soccer is rapidly capturing the attention and hearts of American viewers. Major League Soccer (MLS) saw viewership grow by 38% from 2019 for its 2021…
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Episode 34: Anthony Franco of M.C. Squares
Previously featured on Shark Tank, M.C. Squares's suite of dry-erase product families is fast becoming a favorite for both home and office use. The two discuss…
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KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast Ep 33: Rebekah Bastian of Owntrail
Become a KingsCrowd Subscriber: https://bit.ly/3meC39c KingsCrowd Premium Startup Investment Ratings & Analysis Free for 7-Day Offer: https://bit.ly/3mgki9z…
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Episode 32: Tony Drockton of Hammitt
The two discuss entrepreneurship, Hammitt's plans to create the next great American luxury brand, and Drockton's experiences raising money from the crowd…
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Episode 31: Garry Johnson of Bison Venture Partners
The two thought leaders discuss the rapidly shifting startup investing space and what the future holds for investors looking to dive in. Become a KingsCrowd…
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Episode 30 - Legion M
In this episode, the trio discusses the crowdfunding revolution and how it empowers both consumers and investors alike. Become a KingsCrowd Subscriber…
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Episode 29 - Dustin Byington of Two12
TWO12 is a startup finance Software-as-a-Service suite built to help founders reduce dilution and maximize control with cap table management, valuation, and…
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Episode 28: Shari Noonan of Rialto Markets
Rialto Markets serves as a fully regulated broker-dealer, helping companies raise money through their crowdfunding platform. Rialto also operates a secondary…
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Episode 27 - Henry Yoshida of Rocket Dollar
On this episode of the podcast, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Henry Yoshida, Co-founder, and CEO of Rocket Dollar. Rocket Dollar, an alternative IRA…
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Episode 26 - Anita Brearton
On today's episode of the podcast, Chris Lustrino welcomes CabinetM Founder & CEO Anita Brearton. Listen in to meet an incredible venture-backed female founder…
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Episode 25 - Novalent Lead Investor Alex Ovchar
What do private equity investors look for in startups? Join us for this episode of the podcast where Chris Lustrino welcomes Alex Ovchar, a lead investor of…
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Episode 24 - Dr. Arup Roy-Burman
On this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Invest Podcast, Sean O'Reilly welcomes Dr. Arup Roy-Burman, Founder & CEO of Elemeno Health where the two seek to…
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Episode 23 - Sam Bogoch
On this episode of KingsCrowd's Startup Investing Podcast, host Sean O'Reilly welcomes Sam Bogoch, Cofounder and CEO of axle ai. Axle ai's software combines…
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Episode 22 - Justin Renfro
On this episode, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes equity crowdfunding platform Wefunder's Director of Partnerships Justin Renfro.
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Episode 21 - Josh Chodniewicz
On this episode, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Josh Choniewicz, CEO of Fundify as well as the Co-founder and CEO of art.com. The two discuss why the…
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Episode 20 - Trung Pham
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing podcast, Sean O'Reilly welcomes Trung Pham, the Co-founder and CEO of RYSE. Trung and his team are hoping…
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Episode 19 - Vin Narayanan
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes KingsCrowd's SVP of Strategy Vin Narayanan to discuss a fast-growing…
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Episode 18 - David Callway
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast Chris Lustrino welcomes Callaway Climate Insights' David Callway to the show. The two discuss the…
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Episode 17 - Bruce Virga & Kim LaFleur
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, Chris Lustrino welcomes Bruce Virga & Kim LaFleur of Title 3 Funds. The conversation covers Title…
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Episode 16 - Krishan Arora
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, Chris Lustrino shares a conversation with Krishan Arora. Krishan is the CEO of The Arora Project…