Hatch The Future

Opening the Floodgates Hosted by Simon Love with guests Anthony Zeoli and Amy Cortese   Intrastate investment crowdfunding is sweeping across the nation, and in this episode we’re joined by two of the leading voices for the movement: Anthony Zeoli (crowdfundinglegalhub.com) and Amy Cortese (locavesting.com). Hear how investment crowdfunding differs from ‘traditional’ crowdfunding (think Kickstarter), and why starting at the State level makes sense. Find out how these new laws allow everyday Americans to fund (and profit from) businesses in their own community.   In this Episode You’ll Learn  Why everyone should care about investment crowdfunding (not just entrepreneurs and angels) Why everyone should have the chance to invest in a company before it goes public How states are tailoring crowdfunding laws to fit with their own priorities and the local landscape The concept of “crowd diligence” and how investing in companies you already know can reduce risk Why the terms “accredited investor” and “general solic