Artwork

Content provided by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

Angel Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide to High-Growth Investments

44:52
 
Share
 

Manage episode 468387775 series 2486728
Content provided by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Everything I know is laid out in my book and this 12-module Masterclass, available for you to watch on-demand. To get free access go here.


In this episode, the host speaks with his mentor Cliff, an experienced investor in the venture capital, tech, and angel investing spaces. They discuss the importance of having multiple mentors and diversifying investments beyond real estate into private equity and venture capital, especially in light of recent high interest rates. Cliff provides an overview of angel investing, shares his journey from stocks to real estate, and highlights the role of venture capital firms in startup funding. Key topics include the various stages of startup funding (pre-seed, seed, series A), the significance of SAFE agreements, and the importance of execution over ideas. The episode also touches on the potential returns and risks involved in angel investing and the value of relationships and networking in the investment community. Listeners can also learn about the host’s evolving investment strategy and get insights into the Hawaii Angels investment group.


00:00 Introduction to the Mentor and Venture Capital

00:30 Shifting Focus: From Real Estate to Venture Capital

00:36 Challenges in Real Estate and Interest Rates

01:54 Exploring New Investment Avenues

02:32 Introduction to Angel Investing

04:12 Defining Angel Investing

06:21 The Appeal and Risks of Angel Investing

09:44 Stages of Angel Investing: Pre-Seed to Seed

11:59 Comparing Real Estate and Angel Investing

22:51 Venture Capital Firms and Investment Strategies

24:54 The Reality of Venture Capital

25:26 Hawaii's Angel Investment Scene

26:56 Understanding SAFE Agreements

29:00 Valuation and Investment Strategies

31:53 The Entrepreneur's Journey

38:09 Exits and Returns

41:20 Joining Hawaii Angels

44:18 Final Thoughts on Investment Diversification


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  continue reading

483 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 468387775 series 2486728
Content provided by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by The Wealth Elevator Podcast, Lane Kawaoka, and PE or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Everything I know is laid out in my book and this 12-module Masterclass, available for you to watch on-demand. To get free access go here.


In this episode, the host speaks with his mentor Cliff, an experienced investor in the venture capital, tech, and angel investing spaces. They discuss the importance of having multiple mentors and diversifying investments beyond real estate into private equity and venture capital, especially in light of recent high interest rates. Cliff provides an overview of angel investing, shares his journey from stocks to real estate, and highlights the role of venture capital firms in startup funding. Key topics include the various stages of startup funding (pre-seed, seed, series A), the significance of SAFE agreements, and the importance of execution over ideas. The episode also touches on the potential returns and risks involved in angel investing and the value of relationships and networking in the investment community. Listeners can also learn about the host’s evolving investment strategy and get insights into the Hawaii Angels investment group.


00:00 Introduction to the Mentor and Venture Capital

00:30 Shifting Focus: From Real Estate to Venture Capital

00:36 Challenges in Real Estate and Interest Rates

01:54 Exploring New Investment Avenues

02:32 Introduction to Angel Investing

04:12 Defining Angel Investing

06:21 The Appeal and Risks of Angel Investing

09:44 Stages of Angel Investing: Pre-Seed to Seed

11:59 Comparing Real Estate and Angel Investing

22:51 Venture Capital Firms and Investment Strategies

24:54 The Reality of Venture Capital

25:26 Hawaii's Angel Investment Scene

26:56 Understanding SAFE Agreements

29:00 Valuation and Investment Strategies

31:53 The Entrepreneur's Journey

38:09 Exits and Returns

41:20 Joining Hawaii Angels

44:18 Final Thoughts on Investment Diversification


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  continue reading

483 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Quick Reference Guide

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play