Inside Startup Investing with Chris Lustrino
Episodes
Ep. 74 - Anthony Tassone
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Anthony Tassone, the founder of Truleo, discusses how his company uses AI to transcribe and analyze polic...
Ep. 73 - Collin Castellaw
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Collin Castellaw, Co-Founder of PlayersTV. They discuss the shift in athletes’...
Ep. 72 - Linh Dao Smooke
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Linh Dao Smooke, the chief operating officer of HackerNoon. HackerNoon is a pla...
Ep. 71 - Manish Kapoor
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino talks with Manish Kapoor, the founder and CEO of TruKno, a cybersecurity startup. They dis...
Ep. 70 - Maria Springer
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "Inside Startup Investing," Chris Lustrino engages in a lively conversation with Maria Springer, chief executive officer ...
Ep. 69 - John Panaccione
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with John Panaccione, CEO of Folla Capital, a company specializing in regulatory cr...
Ep. 68 - Etan Butler
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino interviews Etan Butler, chairman of Dalmore Group, to discuss the growing landscape of onl...
Ep. 67 - Nigel Sharp
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, Chris Lustrino speaks with Aquagga CEO Nigel Sharp. Aquagga takes an innovative approach to mitigating PF...
Ep. 66 - Jesse Randall
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Episode 65 - Sober Entrepreneurship and the Future of Crowdfunding with Darren Marble
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Inside Startup Investing, host Chris Lustrino interviews Darren Marble, CEO of Issuance and co-founder of Going Public. They discus...
Episode 64 - Netcapital
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Netcapital is one of the main platforms that hosts online startup investment opportunities. And it's been there since the early days of equity crowdfu...
Episode 63 - Vinovest
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 62 - Skybound
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 focusi...
Episode 61 - Pureboost
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 fel...
Episode 60 - Sensate
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 lif...
Episode 59 - Cloudastructure
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Security cameras can't provide safety on their own. It takes someone actually watching the footage to identify hazards or crimes. But what if surveill...
Episode 58 - Cubo
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's a lot to like about smoothies. They're healthy, delicious, portable, endlessly customizable. But making them can often feel like more trouble ...
Episode 57 - Gameflip
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 wit...
Episode 56 - GROUNDFLOOR Co-founder Brian Dally
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
GROUNDFLOOR is a platform that enables investors of all backgrounds to access debt-based real estate investments. It focuses on fractional shares -- m...
Episode 55 - Nickelytics Founder Judah Longgrear
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Advertising is one of the hardest industries to keep up with. While the internet created a whole new form of advertising, tracking the effectiveness o...
Episode 54 - Arlan Hamilton of Backstage Capital
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 53 - ActivArmor Founder Diana Hall
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 52 - Wefunder Goes to the EU
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 amp...
Episode 51 - Levi Brackman of Invown
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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. A...
Episode 50 - Ezra Levine of Collectable
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alternative investing isn't limited to just startups. Alt assets include all kinds of investment opportunities -- from real estate and wine to art and...
Episode 49 - OneDoor Studios
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 developme...
Episode 48 - Class Rebel Founder Brooke Harley
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
Episode 47 - Doriot Founder Gerry Hays
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 46 - ALAO Co-founders Peter Sweeney & Matt McGeagh
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Sweeney and Matt McGeagh worked together at Goldman Sachs. And they noticed something while there. Companies were seeking out celebrities as inv...
Episode 45 - Harvey Multani of RUV Alliance
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From starting a data and analytics platform for billionaire investors to working at Coinbase and Plaid, Harvey Multani is no stranger to fintech. From...
Episode 44 - Impact Investing with Lea Bouhelier-Gautreau
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lea Bouhelier-Gautreau is passionate about impact investing. Her research into entrepreneurship in the Malawi culture inspired her to center impact in...
Episode 43 - Jane West of Jane West
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When Colorado legalized cannabis in 2015, Jane West saw an opportunity. She began hosting cannabis events in Colorado – and was immediately fired fr...
Episode 42 - Leon Benrimon of StartEngine Collectibles
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 art...
Episode 41 - Aaron Burnett of Spaced Ventures
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Episode 40 - Jesse Stein of Everyrealm
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the metaverse? According to Everyrealm co-founder Jesse Stein, there is no single metaverse. But the heart of any metaverse is interactivity. ...
Episode 39 - James McGibney & Rick Bentley of Hydro Hash
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Crypto mining is hot – literally. The equipment used to mine bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies generates significant amounts of heat and noise. Hea...
Episode 38 - Nathan Beckord of Foundersuite
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even with online startup investing enabling the connection between thousands of investors and startups across the country, raising capital is still ha...
Episode 37 - Rebecca Kacaba of DealMaker
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 – ...
Episode 36 - Emily Cisek of The Postage
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 35 - Wes Burdine of the Minnesota Women's Soccer Team
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 34: Anthony Franco of M.C. Squares
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 tw...
KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast Ep 33: Rebekah Bastian of Owntrail
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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Episode 32: Tony Drockton of Hammitt
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The two discuss entrepreneurship, Hammitt's plans to create the next great American luxury brand, and Drockton's experiences raising money from the cr...
Episode 31: Garry Johnson of Bison Venture Partners
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The two thought leaders discuss the rapidly shifting startup investing space and what the future holds for investors looking to dive in. Become a King...
Episode 30 - Legion M
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, the trio discusses the crowdfunding revolution and how it empowers both consumers and investors alike. Become a KingsCrowd Subscriber...
Episode 29 - Dustin Byington of Two12
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
TWO12 is a startup finance Software-as-a-Service suite built to help founders reduce dilution and maximize control with cap table management, valuatio...
Episode 28: Shari Noonan of Rialto Markets
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rialto Markets serves as a fully regulated broker-dealer, helping companies raise money through their crowdfunding platform. Rialto also operates a se...
Episode 27 - Henry Yoshida of Rocket Dollar
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the podcast, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Henry Yoshida, Co-founder, and CEO of Rocket Dollar. Rocket Dollar, an alternat...
Episode 26 - Anita Brearton
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the podcast, Chris Lustrino welcomes CabinetM Founder & CEO Anita Brearton. Listen in to meet an incredible venture-backed f...
Episode 25 - Novalent Lead Investor Alex Ovchar
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 inves...
Episode 24 - Dr. Arup Roy-Burman
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Invest Podcast, Sean O'Reilly welcomes Dr. Arup Roy-Burman, Founder & CEO of Elemeno Health where the tw...
Episode 23 - Sam Bogoch
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 co...
Episode 22 - Justin Renfro
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes equity crowdfunding platform Wefunder's Director of Partnerships Justin Renfro.
Episode 21 - Josh Chodniewicz
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Episode 20 - Trung Pham
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Episode 19 - Vin Narayanan
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes KingsCrowd's SVP of Strategy Vin Narayanan to discuss a fast-...
Episode 18 - David Callway
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast Chris Lustrino welcomes Callaway Climate Insights' David Callway to the show. The two disc...
Episode 17 - Bruce Virga & Kim LaFleur
17 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, Chris Lustrino welcomes Bruce Virga & Kim LaFleur of Title 3 Funds. The conversation ...
Episode 16 - Krishan Arora
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast, Chris Lustrino shares a conversation with Krishan Arora. Krishan is the CEO of The Arora ...
Episode 15 - Jason Frishman
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Netcapital System's President & Founder Jason F...
Episode 14 - Olivia Strobl
24 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the podcast, Sean O'Reilly welcomes KingsCrowd Investment Associate Olivia Stroble. The two discuss KingsCrowd's recently published...
Episode 13 - Blake Janover
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Chris Lustrino is joined by Blake Janover, Founder & CEO of tech enabled commercial real estate and business lending startup Janov...
Episode 12 - Vin Narayanan
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's guest is Vin Narayanan the Vice President of Strategy for KingsCrowd and Early Investing. The two discuss why the regulation crowdfunding mark...
Episode 11 - Chuck Pettid
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Republic’s Chuck Pettid. The two discuss recent events in the equity crowdfunding space...
Episode 10 - Andy Gordon
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
KingsCrowd's Sean O'Reilly welcomes back Early Investing's Andy Gordon. The two discuss March 15th's Reg CF raise max increase from $1.07M to $5M and ...
Episode 9
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the KingsCrowd Startup Investing Podcast Sean O'Reilly & Chris Lustrino go for FY2020 equity crowdfunding market data as a way ...
Episode 8: Tom Lix
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, KingsCrowd CEO Chris Lustrino welcomes Tom Lix, Founder & CEO of Cleveland Whiskey as well as a pioneering user of online pr...
Episode 7 - Jonny Price
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today's episode of the KC Startup Investing Podcast features Chris & Sean welcoming Jonny Price, Director of Fundraising at equity crowdfunding pl...
Episode 6 - Andy Gordon
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of the KC Podcast, startup investing industry veteran and Early Investing Andy Gordon joins Sean to discuss his career as a interna...
Episode 5
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sean O'Reilly & Chris Lustrino discuss the origins of equity crowdfunding as America emerged from the 2009 Financial Crisis, recent changes to the...
Episode 4 - Eric Cox
14 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KingsCrowd’s Startup Podcast, Chris and Sean welcome NetCapital Head of West Coast Operations Eric Cox. NetCapital is one of the ...
Episode 3 - Chris Lustrino
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In their first podcast of 2021, KingsCrowd's CEO Chris Lustrino & CMO Sean O'Reilly welcome KingsCrowd Analyst Olivia Stroble to the podcast where...
Episode 2 - Chris Lustrino
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of KingsCrowd's Startup podcast, Chris & Sean dive into the great startup investments of all time and what they can teach today's ...
Episode 1 - Chris Lustrino
17 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the inaugural episode of KingsCrowd's Startup Podcast, KingsCrowd CEO & Founder Chris Lustrino dives into the private markets with KingsCrowd C...