EP41: VentureFirst CEO John Shumate Explains Valuation & Growth Of Middle America Startups

In this amazing episode, Andrea Travillian discusses how she became an entrepreneur and angel investor, how her company helps founders plan for the future, and the importance of financial strategy for startups. 

You don't want to miss this episode. Super angel investor David S. Rose shares how he became successful, how Gust.com is part of 80% of angel investments around the world, how to raise capital and what it takes to be successful.

In this episode Jeff Beale shares how to become a thought leader, how to identify key market demographics, and the smart way to build customer loyalty. 

CEO John Shumate explains how valuations are structured, why investors are starting to look at middle America startups for investment, and the shift in how business plans are viewed by investors. 

In this fantastic interview, entrepreneur turned venture capital investor Nick Matzorkis, tells how he built 18 companies from scratch, how to fail fast, and what he sees as the future for startups!

In this great episode, John Livesay dives into the complexities of raising capital, how to impress potential investors, and 3 things you better be able to answer!

In this great episode, Michael Prywes talks about his transition from being a movie producer to an attorney for startups, and shares insight on how media startups and artists can protect themselves. 

In this fantastic episode Joel Holland, Founder & Executive Chairman of VideoBlocks.com shares how he starting his company in college, the importance of focus, and how to leverage video to grow your company. 

TEDex speaker Tom Hunt tells his story of going from the corporate world to selling leggings for me, to launching a startup that helps entrepreneurs maximize their time.  

Best selling author, public speaker and regular Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, Forbes contributor Ebong Eka shares his story of success and how to become a thought leader.