55 min
Private Investing in Business Authentic Business Adventures Podcast
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- Entrepreneurship
Patrick Donahue - Private Investment
On the Importance of Having a Vision: "The reason why I use the the 'qualifier magnetic' is because it's one thing to have a vision, but it has to be a vision that can be articulated where it attracts others to it."
Businesses need cash to run. Some from the founders, often some from banks or relatives and sometimes from investment funds.
Patrick Donohue, founder and CEO of Hill Capital Corporation, an investment fund targeting entrepreneurial-led businesses that packs a punch with a $25,000,000 fund size, tells us about working with investment funds to fund your business, as well as the opportunities to invest your own cash into other businesses.
Patrick dives into the world of business investing, dissecting the narratives that turn a company's vision into a magnet for investment, from small businesses like high-end baby stores to giants like Amazon. Patrick shares his nearly 30 years of fundraising expertise, pointing out what sets successful startups apart, like those with magnetic leadership and innovative technology like GoRoute.
Ever wondered what it takes to prepare for raising funds, or the role that storytelling plays in captivating potential investors? Patrick casts light on these vital strategies, leaning on examples from his extensive experience and involvement with diverse businesses in Hill Capital Corporation's portfolio.
Lastly, Patrick shares his deep-seated motivation - helping entrepreneurs bridge the gap between the compelling narratives of Wall Street and the heart of Main Street, providing them with the capital to flourish. It's about building valuable businesses and navigating the turbulence of the industry, a mission far beyond the financial lures of investment banking.
Enjoy!
Visit Patrick at: BreakoutValuation.com
Podcast Overview:
00:00 Investors need to outperform S&P 500 for higher rewards.
05:25 Hill Capital trusts investors to be involved in company decisions.
07:37 Networking and referrals are key for business connections.
10:26 Unique fund structure with VC equity based note, avoids reliance on company sale for cash.
14:27 Hill Capital Corporation manages companies and funds, with a formal investment process and financial commitment.
17:35 Started Hill Capital in 2014, work unpaid 11000 hours, used own savings.
19:35 Young person disillusioned by Wall Street, starts Hill Capital to help entrepreneurs and small businesses.
23:20 Successful founders have a magnetic vision, like Bezos' expansion plans for Amazon with logistics.
28:39 The speaker is motivated by helping entrepreneurs, not by money or glamour on Wall Street.
32:02 GoRoute enables faster athletic practice with updated technology.
33:37 Technology companies face challenges and risks amid rapid change and AI growth.
37:10 Building trust and rapport is crucial for gaining financial support and investments, requiring an emotional connection.
41:54 Focus on authenticity and vision when pitching, rather than tailoring to investors' expectations.
42:55 Summarize: Discussing business needs and readiness, emphasizing financial and operational clarity.
Podcast Transcription:
Patrick Donohue [00:00:00]:
Could talk about companies like Amazon. You know, Bezos had a hard time raising money early on, but when he was able to start articulating that it was not just about selling a few books online, it was about understanding and having the logistics and cracking the code there so he could expand into other products, and why the word Amazon was used because it's the jungle and there's a lot there.
James [00:00:23]:
Mhmm.
Patrick Donahue - Private Investment
On the Importance of Having a Vision: "The reason why I use the the 'qualifier magnetic' is because it's one thing to have a vision, but it has to be a vision that can be articulated where it attracts others to it."
Businesses need cash to run. Some from the founders, often some from banks or relatives and sometimes from investment funds.
Patrick Donohue, founder and CEO of Hill Capital Corporation, an investment fund targeting entrepreneurial-led businesses that packs a punch with a $25,000,000 fund size, tells us about working with investment funds to fund your business, as well as the opportunities to invest your own cash into other businesses.
Patrick dives into the world of business investing, dissecting the narratives that turn a company's vision into a magnet for investment, from small businesses like high-end baby stores to giants like Amazon. Patrick shares his nearly 30 years of fundraising expertise, pointing out what sets successful startups apart, like those with magnetic leadership and innovative technology like GoRoute.
Ever wondered what it takes to prepare for raising funds, or the role that storytelling plays in captivating potential investors? Patrick casts light on these vital strategies, leaning on examples from his extensive experience and involvement with diverse businesses in Hill Capital Corporation's portfolio.
Lastly, Patrick shares his deep-seated motivation - helping entrepreneurs bridge the gap between the compelling narratives of Wall Street and the heart of Main Street, providing them with the capital to flourish. It's about building valuable businesses and navigating the turbulence of the industry, a mission far beyond the financial lures of investment banking.
Enjoy!
Visit Patrick at: BreakoutValuation.com
Podcast Overview:
00:00 Investors need to outperform S&P 500 for higher rewards.
05:25 Hill Capital trusts investors to be involved in company decisions.
07:37 Networking and referrals are key for business connections.
10:26 Unique fund structure with VC equity based note, avoids reliance on company sale for cash.
14:27 Hill Capital Corporation manages companies and funds, with a formal investment process and financial commitment.
17:35 Started Hill Capital in 2014, work unpaid 11000 hours, used own savings.
19:35 Young person disillusioned by Wall Street, starts Hill Capital to help entrepreneurs and small businesses.
23:20 Successful founders have a magnetic vision, like Bezos' expansion plans for Amazon with logistics.
28:39 The speaker is motivated by helping entrepreneurs, not by money or glamour on Wall Street.
32:02 GoRoute enables faster athletic practice with updated technology.
33:37 Technology companies face challenges and risks amid rapid change and AI growth.
37:10 Building trust and rapport is crucial for gaining financial support and investments, requiring an emotional connection.
41:54 Focus on authenticity and vision when pitching, rather than tailoring to investors' expectations.
42:55 Summarize: Discussing business needs and readiness, emphasizing financial and operational clarity.
Podcast Transcription:
Patrick Donohue [00:00:00]:
Could talk about companies like Amazon. You know, Bezos had a hard time raising money early on, but when he was able to start articulating that it was not just about selling a few books online, it was about understanding and having the logistics and cracking the code there so he could expand into other products, and why the word Amazon was used because it's the jungle and there's a lot there.
James [00:00:23]:
Mhmm.
55 min