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The Compassionate Capitalist™ Show.

The Compassionate Capitalist™ Show.

Listen to The Compassionate Capitalist™ Show, where Purpose Fuels Profit and Wealth Empowers Change.
Join host Karen Rands, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years of hands-on experience, as she explores Angel Investing, Business Growth, and Wealth Creation strategies with her guests.

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Oct. 22, 2025

Decoding Accredited Investor Rules with Erik Nelson

Who really gets to invest, and why does it matter? In this episode, Erik Nelson and I unpack the evolving world of accredited investor definitions and investment rules. We explore how SEC regulations, income thresholds, and s...
Oct. 15, 2025

Innovating Capital Access with Alan Kadish

As I talk with entrepreneurs and investors, I often see how easily people overlook the power of strong investor relationships. It’s not just about getting funding, it’s about building trust that lasts. In this episode, I sit ...
Sept. 23, 2025

Building Wealth Through Compassion with Kevin Macho

What if your investment dollars could both generate steady returns and help solve one of society’s biggest crises? In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I sit down with Kevin Macho to explore how addiction re...
Sept. 17, 2025

Crypto, the IRS, and the Hidden Tax Storm Ahead with Janna Scott

As I talk with entrepreneurs and investors, I’m often struck by how many people underestimate the risks tied to crypto investing, especially when it comes to taxes. Right now, the IRS has slowed down audits, but that doesn’t ...
Sept. 4, 2025

Book Launch and Compassionalist Academy Reimagined with Karen Rands

In this episode, I share how everyday people can grow wealth and create impact through equity crowdfunding. Drawing from my new book Inside Secrets to Crowdfund Investing: Follow Jane’s Journey, I break down the myths that ho...
Aug. 27, 2025

Raising Capital With Equity Crowdfunding Featuring Karl Dakin

Raising capital is one of the biggest hurdles for entrepreneurs. Many capital raising campaigns fail because founders fall into common traps. In this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist™ show, I talk with Karl Dakin, Foun...
Aug. 14, 2025

Sig Said Yes! Learn Angel Investing from a Top Compassionate Capitalist

If you’ve ever wondered how angel investing works, this episode is for you. On this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist™ show, I’m joined by my cohost Erik Nelson for a conversation with Sig Mosley, the “Godfather of Ange...
Aug. 5, 2025

Let’s Talk Business Finance with Dominick Wallace

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist ™ Show , I’m joined by Dominick Wallace, a business lending expert, to answer key questions many entrepreneurs face: Should you borrow? What kind of funding? When’s the right ti...
July 29, 2025

The Art of Pitching: How to Win Over Investors

In today’s episode of The Compassionate Capitalist™ Show, I team up with Erik Nelson, President of Coral Capital, Mountain Share Transfer, and Sterling Holdings, for a deep dive into one of the most mission-critical skills fo...
July 15, 2025

REG A+ Revealed -- Breakthrough Strategy for Raising Capital and Investing in Pre-IPO Companies

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I dive deep into the world of Reg A+ equity crowdfunding, one of the most powerful yet misunderstood tools for democratizing wealth creation. Whether you're a retail inve...