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Kingscrowd PodcastCrowdfunding Trends, Asset Sales Explained, & Siren Biotech's Bold Cancer PlayIn this week's episode of the Kingscrowd Podcast, Brian Belley, Scott Kitun, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, and Teddy Lyons cover: Key takeaways from the SEC's newly released Reg CF crowdfunding report and what data is missing. The realities and implications of asset sales as an exit strategy for startups, using Hello Woofy as a recent example. A detailed deal review of Siren Biotechnology, a groundbreaking startup leveraging gene therapy to tackle deadly brain cancers. Discover why prominent VCs like Founders Fund are backing Siren's revolutionary approach, and why investors should pay attention. Stay informed with the latest insights to make s...2025-06-0927 minKingscrowd PodcastStartup Down Rounds Deep Dive & Neopenda's Path to ScaleIn this week’s Kingscrowd Podcast, Brian Belley, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, and Teddy Lyons explore down rounds—funding rounds at reduced valuations—and their impact on investors. While commonly viewed negatively, down rounds can offer strategic investment opportunities when understood in context. They examine real-world examples, including Elemental Health, to explain how investors should approach these scenarios.Next, the team reviews a compelling follow-up funding opportunity: Neopenda, a med-tech innovator that provides affordable, battery-powered health monitors for newborns in resource-limited hospitals. With EU regulatory approval secured, Neopenda’s device is positioned for significant global expansion, tackling critical healthcar...2025-06-0225 minKingscrowd PodcastRevenue Multiples Deep Dive + Why PvP Gaming FailedOn the latest episode of the Kingscrowd Podcast, host Brian Belley teams up with Senior Investment Associates Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau and Teddy Lyons, along with industry expert Scott Kitun, to explore startup valuations and learn lessons from a recently failed startup.Segment 1: Revenue Multiples by Industry (2025 Update)The Kingscrowd team examines the latest data on revenue multiples, offering a comprehensive breakdown across key industries, including food & beverage, healthcare, consumer products, and software. Léa and Teddy share insights on why some industries command higher multiples, highlighting crucial considerations for investors evaluating startup valuations. Learn how to...2025-05-2639 minKingscrowd PodcastCrowdfunding Portal Rankings & the Industries Driving Investment On this week’s episode of the Kingscrowd Podcast, host Brian Belley is joined by senior investment associates Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau and Teddy Lyons for a three-segment deep dive:Segment 1: Rating Equity Crowdfunding PlatformsKingscrowd's Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau presents fresh data on how major equity crowdfunding platforms—including Republic, StartEngine, Wefunder, and niche players like Honeycomb—score based on Kingscrowd’s proprietary rating system. Discover why platforms like Republic consistently stand out in deal quality, and what makes Honeycomb unique in pricing and performance metrics.Segment 2: Industries Attracting the Most Crowdfunding Investment2025-05-1918 minKingscrowd PodcastThe VC Factory is Broken—What's Next?In this episode of the Kingscrowd Podcast, host Brian Belley is joined by industry insider and The Scott Show host Scott Kitun to discuss the fundamental shift in venture capital as traditional "venture factory" models collapse. Hear insights from Scott’s conversation with Sam Lessin (founder of Slow Ventures) about the rise of "Zombie Unicorns," why IPO pathways are stalled, and how the new "Regatta Model" might redefine early-stage investing.In segment two, Kingscrowd's senior investment associate, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, breaks down the April 2025 Reg CF market trends. Discover which companies topped fundraising charts, why platforms like Wef...2025-05-1228 min
The Scott ShowWhy Jeff Bezos, Coatue Launched a New Billion Dollar Private Fund For Individual InvestorsThis week, something seismic happened in private markets. Jeff Bezos, Michael Dell, and Coatue’s Philippe Laffont announced a $1B tech fund that’s now accessible to individual investors — with minimums starting at just $50K.
Let that sink in.
The floodgates are opening. What used to require millions and insider access is now coming to retail. First Hamilton Lane launched the first truly retail private fund exclusively on Repubic with a $500 minimum and now Coatue offering access to its own unique offering at $50k (funds like these typically have minimums in the millions).
In this episode, Scott is joined by KingsC...2025-05-0742 minKingscrowd PodcastUnlocking Private Capital: What's Changing at the SEC?In this week's Kingscrowd Podcast, Brian Belley shares exclusive insights straight from the SEC’s recent Small Business Forum. Get the inside track on potential regulatory shifts—including higher Reg CF and Reg A+ funding caps—and what these changes mean for private investors and startup founders. Plus, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau and Teddy Lyons dive into how recent tariff uncertainty is impacting US climate tech startups and reshaping the future of American manufacturing.Highlights include...SEC Insider Insights: Brian breaks down proposed regulation changes, their potential impact on capital access, investor protections, and fraud prevention.Tar...2025-04-2128 minKingscrowd Podcast2024 Equity Crowdfunding Recap: Insights & PredictionsThe latest Kingscrowd Podcast episode takes a deep dive into the equity crowdfunding market for 2024, exploring key trends, platform performance, valuation insights, and diversity metrics. Kingscrowd’s VP of Product, Brian Belley, alongside investment analysts Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau and Teddy Lyons, analyze thousands of deals to uncover the latest developments in this rapidly evolving space. Learn how the market fared post-2021 highs, which platforms dominated the industry, and what the future holds for 2025. Key takeaways include: Market performance: How the industry has evolved since its 2021 peak. Platform trends: Discover which platforms led the charge. Diversity matters: Women-led teams hit rec...2025-01-1326 minKingscrowd PodcastStartup Insights: BitterBrains’ Growth, Competition & Exit PlansIn this week’s Kingscrowd Podcast, Brian Belley, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, and Teddy Lyons explore Bitter Brains, an innovative online education platform currently raising funds on Republic. Bitter Brains specializes in developer certifications and courses for frameworks like Vue and React. The team analyzes its growth potential, business model, competition, and exit strategies while discussing broader trends in the EdTech sector.
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Test. Optimize. Scale.Test. Optimize. Scale. Episode #182 “Why are people investing, and what are they excited about?” W/Brian BelleyMy guest is Brian Belley, Brian is the Vice President of Product at KingsCrowd and a prolific angel investor who has backed over 220 private startups through equity crowdfunding and private syndicates. As the founder of Crowdwise.org and VentureWallet.co (acquired by KingsCrowd in 2021), Brian has established himself as a leading voice in the democratization of private investing. Beyond his investing activities, Brian serves on the Board of Directors for the Crowdfunding Professional Association and NE FIRST, where he helps shape the future of retail investing and robotics education. A self-taught developer and experienced engineering leader, he...2024-12-2058 minKingscrowd PodcastCrowdfunding Insights: Kingscrowd's 200th Chart + Elemental Health UpdatesIn this week's Kingscrowd Podcast, Brian Belley, Teddy Lyons, and Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau celebrate the 200th edition of the "Chart of the Week" by exploring the most popular investments among Kingscrowd users. They dive into major names like StartEngine, Monogram Orthopedics, and Rentberry, uncovering trends behind their popularity. The team also breaks down material updates to Elemeno Health, including new leadership, improved margins, and the nuances of liquidation preferences.
2024-12-1620 minKingscrowd PodcastTop Revenue Growing Startups & A Look Into Lexi's Market PivotIn this episode of KingsCrowd’s Investment Roundtable, Brian Belley, Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, and Teddy Lyons explore the top revenue-growing startups in equity crowdfunding from 2022 to 2023 (with active raises today). They analyze which sectors are leading the charge, including surprising players in the food and beverage industries. The team also takes a deep dive into Lexi, a company pivoting from IoT solutions to smart building management. Learn about the market potential, risks, and opportunities this pivot presents, along with insights on revenue growth and valuation. Key Takeaways: -Top Startups by Revenue Growth: Discover the top five startups that achieved sig...2024-09-2022 minKingscrowd PodcastThe Reality of Startup Failures & A Deep Dive Into Pivotal HealthIn this episode of KingsCrowd's "Investment Roundtable," our experts, Brian Belley, Teddy Lyons, and Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, explore the booming HealthTech and pharmaceutical sectors in regulation crowdfunding. They dive into top investment opportunities, including Future Cardia's innovative heart monitor and Ajna Biosciences' plant-based pharmaceuticals for autism and anxiety. Learn about the FDA approval process, key risks, and why these startups are attracting major investor interest. Tune in to get the inside scoop on the latest trends and opportunities in this high-stakes industry! Key Takeaways: HealthTech & Pharma Boom: The healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors have seen significant traction in regulation crowdfunding, w...2024-09-1316 min
Superpowers for Good: Empowering Changemakers for Social Impact via Regulated Investment Crowdfunding from the SuperCrowd.Unveiling the Realities of Debt Investing in Crowdfunding: Insights from KingsCrowd’s Brian BelleyI’m not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.tl;dr:* Guest Introduction: The episode features Brian Belley, VP of Product at KingsCrowd, discussing his analysis on...2024-08-2725 minKingscrowd PodcastInvestment Roundtable: Top HealthTech & Pharma Startups to Watch in 2024In this episode of KingsCrowd's "Investment Roundtable," our experts, Brian Belley, Teddy Lyons, and Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, explore the booming HealthTech and pharmaceutical sectors in regulation crowdfunding. They dive into top investment opportunities, including Future Cardia's innovative heart monitor and Ajna Biosciences' plant-based pharmaceuticals for autism and anxiety. Learn about the FDA approval process, key risks, and why these startups are attracting major investor interest. Tune in to get the inside scoop on the latest trends and opportunities in this high-stakes industry! Key Takeaways: HealthTech & Pharma Boom: The healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors have seen significant traction in regulation crowdfunding, w...2024-08-2716 minKingscrowd PodcastClean Energy the next Big Opportunity? Plus Examining Founders with Multiple ExitsIn this episode of "Investment Roundtable," KingsCrowd experts Léa Bouhelier-Gautreau, Brian Belley, and Teddy Lyons dive deep into the booming Clean Energy sector. They discuss why investors are backing clean transportation and energy companies, despite the challenges of high valuations and competition. Learn how to evaluate emerging green energy startups, the potential risks, and what trends could drive the future of this rapidly growing industry. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious about CleanTech, this episode is packed with insights to help you navigate this market. Subscribe to Kingscrowd and create your free account at: kingscrowd.com/s...2024-08-2418 min
Superpowers for Good: Empowering Changemakers for Social Impact via Regulated Investment Crowdfunding from the SuperCrowd.Expert: Taking a Long-Term View Is Key to Successful Crowdfunding InvestmentsI’m not a financial advisor; nothing I write in Superpowers for Good should be considered investment advice. You should seek appropriate counsel before making investment decisions.Devin: What do you see as your superpower?Brian: I think my long-term thinking mindset is perhaps my superpower.Brian Belley, today’s guest, has made over 200 angel investments in companies via crowdfunding sites, including an investment in The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, the company I started. He agreed to join me to talk about his insights as an investor. He is also the...2023-09-0725 min
Disruption Everywhere PodcastHow Crowdfunding is Disrupting Venture CapitalIn this episode we will diving into the emerging equity Crowdfunding space. Crowdfunding has been around for quite some time and used on platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo where you can directly support a project, but you wouldn’t receive equity for your investment. Today that has all changed with the emergence of platforms like Wefunder, Republic and Netcapital to name a few. Our guest Brian Belley, Founder and CEO of Crowdwise will be sharing his vast knowledge, insight and experience in equity Crowdfunding. We will dive into topics like regulation, different platforms, building a customer base through Crowdfunding, an...2020-06-2127 min
Adventure Capital by WefunderWords from the Wise, with Brian BelleyFor his 8th birthday, Brian Belley could've asked for anything from comic books to video games. But instead, he asked for U.S. Savings Bonds. Yep... He's maintained that same geeky passion for investing ever since and shares our vision of making investing in startups accessible to all. Listen in as he talks about Crowdwise - the company he's created to help investors get started in equity crowdfunding. "Wefunder does not endorse, recommend, or advise investing in any company. "2019-07-2434 min