44. Bernard Chong, The Brenseed Foundation Angels, Exits, & Acquisitions
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In this captivating episode of Angels, Exits, and Acquisitions, host Jeff Barnes is joined by Bernard Chong, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of BrenSEED Foundation, an organization committed to empowering aspiring leaders worldwide through transformative education and professional development. Bernard shares his journey from growing up in a family business in the Philippines to becoming a significant figure in angel investing in the United States, emphasizing the lessons learned, the importance of patience, and the value of investing in people.
Bernard Chong, originally from the Philippines and now based in Los Angeles, discusses his first investment, the evolution of his investment philosophy, and the impactful role of BrenSEED Foundation in shaping the future of education. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersections of leadership, education, investment, and personal growth.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:18 Bernard Chong's Background
01:44 Bernard's First Investment Experience
03:29 The Transition to Angel Investing
06:00 Learning and Growth as an Investor
09:18 The Role of Patience and Communication in Investments
12:00 Navigating Challenges and Supporting Founders
18:27 Lessons from Angel Investing
22:57 Successful Investments and Projects
25:29 Launching the BrenSEED Foundation
30:06 Connecting with Bernard
Learn more about BrenSEED Foundation and its mission to empower aspiring leaders by visiting https://brenseedfoundation.org/.
Connect with Bernard Chong on social media for insights and updates: https://linktr.ee/brenchong
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#AngelInvesting #Leadership #Education #ProfessionalGrowth #Investment #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #BernardChong #BrenSEEDFoundation #Philanthropy
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In this captivating episode of Angels, Exits, and Acquisitions, host Jeff Barnes is joined by Bernard Chong, a visionary entrepreneur and the founder of BrenSEED Foundation, an organization committed to empowering aspiring leaders worldwide through transformative education and professional development. Bernard shares his journey from growing up in a family business in the Philippines to becoming a significant figure in angel investing in the United States, emphasizing the lessons learned, the importance of patience, and the value of investing in people.
Bernard Chong, originally from the Philippines and now based in Los Angeles, discusses his first investment, the evolution of his investment philosophy, and the impactful role of BrenSEED Foundation in shaping the future of education. This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in the intersections of leadership, education, investment, and personal growth.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:18 Bernard Chong's Background
01:44 Bernard's First Investment Experience
03:29 The Transition to Angel Investing
06:00 Learning and Growth as an Investor
09:18 The Role of Patience and Communication in Investments
12:00 Navigating Challenges and Supporting Founders
18:27 Lessons from Angel Investing
22:57 Successful Investments and Projects
25:29 Launching the BrenSEED Foundation
30:06 Connecting with Bernard
Learn more about BrenSEED Foundation and its mission to empower aspiring leaders by visiting https://brenseedfoundation.org/.
Connect with Bernard Chong on social media for insights and updates: https://linktr.ee/brenchong
Check out other episodes of our podcast, visit our website for more information, and explore our events page:
Podcast Episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelInvestorsNetwork/podcasts
Website: https://angelinvestorsnetwork.com/
Check our future Events for Capital Raising: https://angelinvestorsnetwork.com/events/
Are you looking to raise capital or find great investment opportunities? Take our FREE quizzes to discover your readiness:
For Raising Capital: https://angelinvestor.scoreapp.com/
For Investment Opportunities: https://angelinvestors.scoreapp.com/
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to support our podcast!
#AngelInvesting #Leadership #Education #ProfessionalGrowth #Investment #Entrepreneurship #Podcast #BernardChong #BrenSEEDFoundation #Philanthropy
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