{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63d3ad1a963ae60011f9ff7f/63d3ad20b1fb4d0011ef24a7?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How to Raise Millions Without Giving VCs Control of Your Company","description":"<p>The dream of venture capital often comes with a nightmare: losing your business. This interview shows you How to Raise Millions Without Giving VCs Control of Your Company. Fundraising expert Cecil Robles breaks down the power of Regulation A equity crowdfunding, a revolutionary way to raise millions directly from your customers and fans. Stop worrying about VCs controlling your board and learn how to fund your company on your own terms. Check out the company: https://raisecapital.io</p><p><br></p><p>Book a 1-on-1 advisory session with me to apply these principles to your business: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory</p><p><br></p><p>👀 CONNECT WITH SEAN</p><p>Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@seanweisbrot</p><p>LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/seanweisbrot</p><p>Inquiries: welivetobuild@gmail.com</p><p><br></p><p>🕒 CHAPTERS</p><p>00:00 - The Powerful Alternative to Venture Capital</p><p>03:28 - Product vs. Equity Crowdfunding: What's the Difference?</p><p>05:25 - A Founder's Guide to SEC Fundraising Rules (Reg A vs. Reg D)</p><p>09:05 - The #1 Reason to Avoid VC Funding: Retain Control</p><p>12:11 - When is Your Startup Ready to Crowdfund?</p><p>14:10 - The High Cost of Getting SEC Qualified</p><p>17:27 - How Long the SEC Approval Process Actually Takes</p><p>19:32 - The Power of Turning Your Customers Into Investors</p><p>21:58 - The Big Mistake Most Crowdfunders Make</p><p>25:22 - Why You Shouldn't Use WeFunder or Republic</p><p>30:51 - My Strategy: Own Your Data, Own Your Investor Funnel</p><p>34:29 - How NFTs Are Changing Startup Equity</p><p>43:42 - Why Crowdfunding is a Revolution for Everyday Investors</p><p>46:26 - Final Advice: Always Have a Fundraising Strategy</p><p><br></p><p>📈 WORK WITH ME</p><p>▶ Book a Paid Advisory Session: https://calendly.com/wltb/advisory</p><p>▶ Sponsor the Channel: https://www.welivetobuild.com/collaborate</p><p>▶ My AI/Automation Agency: https://optimai.ai</p>","author_name":"Sean Weisbrot"}