The Angel Nest Podcast

Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing with Brian Dally of Groundfloor Finance How do you democratize a market once reserved for the few? In this episode of The Angel Nest Podcast, David Hemenway talks with Brian Dally, CEO of Groundfloor Finance, about how his company is transforming the way everyday investors access real estate opportunities. This isn’t your grandfather’s mutual fund—it’s a bold new way to invest. Don’t miss Brian’s insights into the future of real estate investing and how Groundfloor is empowering a new generation of investors. To listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/e_Xw9bY9

Unlocking Opportunity: A Conversation with Lucas Timberlake of Fintech Ventures Fund. Every venture fund claims to "add value"—but what does that really mean for investors? In the latest episode of The Angel Nest Podcast, David Hemenway sits down with Lucas Timberlake of Fintech Ventures Fund and Brian Dally, CEO of Groundfloor Finance, to dive into how they're making high-growth opportunities accessible to everyday investors. To listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/e_Xw9bY9

Giving Tuesday: Double the Love for Rescued Chihuahuas! We’re thrilled to share this incredible update from Adopt-a-Dog! The seven Chihuahuas rescued on Thanksgiving Eve—Grandma, Bobby Carter, Lola, Mia, Emma, Ceviche, and Sparky—are now fully vaccinated and ready to find their forever homes. This #GivingTuesday, you can help Adopt-a-Dog create happy endings for these pups and many more. Thanks to a generous donor, every dollar donated will be matched, up to $6,000—doubling the impact of your kindness! Your support provides vital care, love, and the opportunity for dogs to find the families they deserve. Let's make this holiday season truly special for them. Donate today and make a difference! Visit https://lnkd.in/eRnkgzeT to give. #GivingTuesday #RescueDogs 

How can founders cut through the noise and actually get customers? 🎙️ On The Angel Nest Podcast, we chat with: 🎯 Johnnie Walker from Rooled on using thought leadership to grow your brand. 🎯 Melissa Hollis from Taylor Street Collective on boosting startup marketing. Takeaways you don’t want to miss: ✅ Using digital content to grow your biz ✅ Teaming up with experts to level up ✅ Why thought leadership is the new way to market 🎧 To listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/e-hmYH6R #Startups #Marketing #Podcast

We had the pleasure of speaking with Alex G. of AdAstral Funds alongside Johnnie Walker from Rooled Outsourced CFO and Accounting Services. Alex brings a unique approach to angel investing—he doesn’t just invest; he becomes hands-on, actively collaborating with founders to drive growth and strategy. This level of partnership, especially in today’s funding environment, makes all the difference for emerging companies. Tune in to hear about Alex’s insights and how he and the #Rooled team are navigating the evolving startup landscape. To listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/esXHcXxu #TheAngelNest #AngelInvesting #Startups #Finance #Podcast

🚀 Struggling to Raise Funds for Your Startup? You’re Not Alone – But There’s Hope! In today’s tough funding environment, knowing what investors are looking for is key. 🎯 That’s why we sat down with Thomas Wisniewski – a New York Angel, Managing Partner at #NewarkVenturePartners and expert in B2B software investments. Tom shares insider tips on what it takes to raise capital today, even with tighter markets. Join David Hemenway and Johnnie Walker of Rooled Outsourced CFO Services on this latest episode in our startup funding series – and learn how to turn challenges into opportunities. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/eWRwdiWF #StartupFunding #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #SeedFunding #Fintech #Ecommerce #DigitalHealth #Startups #Podcast

Struggling to secure startup funding? You’re not alone! It’s tougher than ever, but today we get expert insights from David S. Rose, the “Father of Angel Investing” in New York. As the founder of New York Angels and Gust, David shares how founders can navigate this challenging environment. 🎙️ On the The Angel Nest Podcast, we cover: - How long the tough funding climate might last - How to secure the next round - Alternative financing options - The role of AI and green energy in investments Thanks to Johnnie Walker and Rooled for supporting this series! To listen to the full episode - https://lnkd.in/e5rbhqY3 #startups #funding #angelinvesting #AI #greenenergy #venturecapital

🎓 EdTech is tackling some of society's most important challenges, but it doesn’t always get the same spotlight as its SaaS or AI counterparts. That's where Ash Kaluarachchi’s Start-Ed comes in, helping founders turn their EdTech vision into thriving companies. 🚀 In this episode of The Angel Nest Podcast, we dive into how Ash and his accelerator helped Mike Linares, founder of SimpleNursing, transform his tutoring business into a major success. 💡✨ Looking ahead to #EdTechWeek in New York (Oct 8-10), where some of the best in the industry will showcase their innovation. If you’re passionate about the future of education, you don’t want to miss it! #EdTech #Startups #Entrepreneurship #AngelNest #EdTechWeek #NYC #EducationInnovation #Founders #Investors #SaaS #AI To listen to the full episode, go here - https://lnkd.in/dNFT48D6

Looking forward to our upcoming The Angel Nest Podcast series of episodes in October with Rooled’s Johnnie Walker Walker talking with three great investors about getting funded. Don’t miss: David S. Rose Thomas Wisniewski Alex G.

🚀 Brown University is making big strides in tech innovation! From life sciences and software to Greentech and beyond, Brown is driving forward technology developed in-house while partnering with innovators and entrepreneurs to tackle society's biggest challenges. 🎉 Excited to announce that the Brown Innovation Showcase is happening on September 26 in Providence! This event will feature groundbreaking startups as well as more established companies, providing a platform for innovation to shine. We’ll be hearing insights from Brian Demers of BTI and Thorne Sparkman, Managing Director of The Slater Fund, a seed fund dedicated to new ventures in Rhode Island. #TechInnovation #BrownUniversity #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Greentech #LifeSciences #InnovationShowcase Watch the full episode here - https://lnkd.in/eQCn78Mf