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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...

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July 15, 2025

REG A+ Revealed -- Breakthrough Strategy for Raising Capital and Inve…

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...

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July 8, 2025

Angel Investing or Raising Capital? How to Identify the Red Flags

How do you know if a startup is a good investment, or a red flag in disguise? In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I share what I look for when reviewing a founder’s pitch deck, business plan, forecasts, and...

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July 1, 2025

Blockchain: The Future of Business Transformation - with Tony Erwin

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show, I sit down with blockchain expert Tony Erwin to unpack the real-world ways blockchain is disrupting business and transforming finance. We dive into five powerful use cases...

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June 24, 2025

Unlocking the Power of Blockchain Technology - Aly Madhavji

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show, I sit down with Ali Madhavji, an inspiring entrepreneur whose journey from refugee to global blockchain leader is nothing short of remarkable. We dive into the game-changi...

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June 18, 2025

Bridging the Wealth Gap Through Crowdfunding – With Jenny Kassan

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I sit down with Jenny Kassan, a seasoned attorney, author, and president of the Crowdfunding Professional Association to discuss how crowdfunding can be a powerful tool t...

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May 26, 2025

The 4 W’s of Crowdfund Investing: What, Where, Who, & Why - with Kare…

In this episode, I dive into the core of what Compassionate Capitalism really means and that’s creating wealth for yourself while lifting up entrepreneurs in the process. One of the most powerful tools we have today to make t...

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May 20, 2025

Optimizing Cash Flow & Managing Debt for Business Growth - with Dr. H…

In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I sit down with Dr. Howard Polansky former dentist turned financial coach, to explore how small business owners can escape the cycle of debt and regain control of their f...

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May 12, 2025

Mastering Video Communication for Founders - with Alfred Poor

In this episode, I sit down with communication expert Alfred Poor to talk about a skill every entrepreneur needs but only few truly master - how to show up and stand out on video. Whether you are pitching to investors, leadin...

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May 5, 2025

How to Maximize the Value of Your Business Before You Sell – with Rob…

Episode Summary If you've ever thought about selling your business orinvesting in one that might be sold down the road, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show ,I sit down with Rob Levin,...

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April 28, 2025

Beyond Investing for Impact — Pure Compassionate Capitalism with Meli…

Episode Summary: True innovation often begins decades before commercialization—sparked by boldCompassionate Capitalists funding risky ideas to solve global challenges. In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show ,Kar...

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April 14, 2025

Investomers & the Birth of Crowdfunding with Sherwood Neiss

What if your most passionate customers could also be your investors? That question sparked an entire movement—and helped reshape the future of early-stage finance. In this episode of The Compassionate Capitalist Show , I sit ...

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April 7, 2025

The New ROI: Revenue, Opportunity & Impact with Serial Entrepreneur J…

What Happens After a 9-Figure Exit? You Keep Building. 💼💥 When you’ve exited a company for nine figures—what’s next? For Jon Gosier, the answer was simple: build again, smarter and bigger. In this episode of The Compassionate...

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March 31, 2025

Master Your Communication with Investors, Customers, and Teams with K…

The Key to Powerful Conversations That Drive Success As a founder, you’re always communicating—whether you’re hiring, pitching to investors, or navigating tough conversations with employees or the media. But are you using int...

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March 28, 2025

Mastering Cashflow Management for Business Success with Luke Boyenger

The Hidden Financial Leaks That Could Sink Your Business Cash flow is king. But mismanaged cash flow? That’s a silent killer. Too many businesses—especially in high-growth industries like construction and manufacturing—are pr...

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March 24, 2025

Scaling a Business: Beyond Intuition to Predictable Growth with Jason…

Struggling to scale your business? Need growth capital but hitting roadblocks with banks, angels, or VCs? You’re not alone. Many entrepreneurs reach a plateau—not because of lack of effort, but because they’re missing the hid...

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March 10, 2025

Systematic Approach to Growing a Business at its Value with Stuart We…

Are you a founder experiencing feelings of stagnation, overwhelm, or difficulty in growing your business? Are you an angel investor that is frustrated by your portfolio companies not reaching their milestones and growing. Wel...

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March 3, 2025

How To Compete for customers and capital - Be UN-Copyable with Steve …

Branding or Bust! Karen Rands and Steve Miller tackle the tough questions about competition on this episode of the Compassionate Capitalist Show.They discuss the importance of creating an uncopyable brand that resonates with ...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Creating Wealth Through Closed-End Funds with Steve Selengut

Tune in to learn about putting your money to work to create long term wealth. In this episode, Karen Rands discusses the principles of compounding wealth that are not widely known, but been available for generations with gues...

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Feb. 11, 2025

Inside the World of Franchising: Making Smart Choices with Adam Goldm…

Want to build wealth and own your own business? Karen Rands explores the ins and outs of franchising on the Compassionate Capitalist Show, revealing how this model can be a powerful path to financial success. Joined by franch...

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Feb. 4, 2025

Democratizing Wealth Creation with Jeff Serti

Forget old-school investing! Karen Rands and Jeff Sarti share the innovative approaches that are changing the game – and how you can use them to build wealth, no matter what the economy throws our way. They emphasize the impo...

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Jan. 28, 2025

ESOPs: A Compassionate Capitalist Approach with Kelly Finnell

Listen to learn how business raise capital through ESOPS. Karen Rands and Kelly Finnell delve into the complexities and benefits of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). They discuss how ESOPs serve as a liquidity and owner...

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Jan. 21, 2025

Transform Your Finances with Infinite Banking with Brent Kesler

Listen and Learn how to Multiply Your Money. Karen Rands engages with Brent Kesler, founder of the Money Multiplier, to explore the transformative concept of infinite banking. They discuss how this strategy can empower indivi...

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Jan. 15, 2025

Bridging the Gap: Startup Finance & Growth Stage Capital with Eric Fi…

Whether you’re a founder, investor, or just curious about the startup ecosystem, this conversation is packed with actionable advice and behind-the-scenes insights. Listen (or watch) as Karen Rands sits down with Eric Fiegoli...

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