Raising capital is a critical hurdle for entrepreneurs, often determining the trajectory of their ventures. In Raising Capital with Confidence, securities attorney Darin Mangum draws on over 25 years of expertise to deliver a comprehensive, actionable guide to navigating the complex world of funding. This essential resource equips entrepreneurs, business owners, and executives with the tools and knowledge they need to secure funding legally and strategically while staying ahead of regulatory challenges.
With a deep understanding of private placements, securities regulations, and capital markets, Mangum shares practical insights on structuring deals, identifying the right investors, and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. Readers will explore key topics such as private placement memorandums (PPMs), deal terms, investor types, marketing strategies, and using social media to raise capital legally. The book also dives into the differences between equity and debt securities, investment contracts, and alternative funding structures, ensuring readers can tailor their approach to their unique business needs.
Packed with real-world advice and proven strategies, Raising Capital with Confidence empowers readers to avoid common pitfalls, ask the right questions, and make informed decisions throughout the capital-raising journey. Whether you’re a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, this book will help you build a solid foundation for sustainable growth.
Perfect for start-ups, venture capitalists, real estate developers, private equity professionals, and more, Raising Capital with Confidence is your roadmap to funding success. Don’t leave your venture’s future to chance-secure the capital you need with clarity, strategy, and confidence.
Keywords: raising capital, private placements, securities law, venture funding, entrepreneur financing, investment strategies, business growth.
About the author
John Richards is a multifaceted leader with an impressive track record as an entrepreneur, investor, mentor, professor, and executive. As an entrepreneur, he has co-founded several successful ventures, achieving high-multiple exits and demonstrating a consistent ability to turn innovative ideas into thriving businesses. John is an active angel investor, having directly invested in scores of U.S.-based startups and mature ventures, as well as participating in hundreds more through investment funds. He exclusively invests in U.S. entities and does not entertain investment solicitations from businesses outside the country. A passionate mentor, John has dedicated significant time to guiding startup entrepreneurs, having mentored thousands of individuals over his career. His commitment to fostering entrepreneurial success extends into the classroom, where he serves as a professor, teaching lean startup methodologies at leading universities and sharing his extensive knowledge with the next generation of innovators. As a seasoned executive, John has held C-level roles with substantial early-stage experience, particularly in the Internet, software, and lean startup sectors. His focus has been on advertising and business services, leveraging his technical expertise to develop innovative solutions before transitioning full-time into management. John’s areas of specialization include accelerators, advertising, business strategy, entrepreneurial finance, lean startup methodologies, and strategic alliances. He also has expertise in B2B and B2C internet platforms, e-commerce, social entrepreneurship, and the intersection of technology and workplace dynamics. With his diverse experience and deep expertise, John Richards continues to be a driving force in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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