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Ep 216: How to Raise Venture Capital as an Entrepreneur: Lessons Learned from $10,000,000 with Kimberly Lewis, Founder of CurlMix


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In today's episode, we're diving into the inspiring journey of Kimberly Lewis, the genius behind Curlmix, a wildly successful hair product company.


Picture this: Over the span of 10 years, Lewis hustled her way to snagging over $10 million from investors to supercharge her business. From scoring a small $25K angel investment to nailing a whopping $4.5 million from crowdfunding, she's done it all!


In our chat, she spills the beans on how to crack the investor funding code, sharing her top tips for crafting a killer pitch and building a business that's set to soar. But that's not all! Lewis also champions the power of perseverance, urging fellow entrepreneurs to hang in there through the highs and lows. Plus, she's all about crowdfunding, making it possible for regular folks like you and me to get in on the startup action.


So, get ready for a ride packed with valuable lessons and insider secrets from Kimberly Lewis herself. It's time to level up your entrepreneurial game!

Listen to the full episode to hear:

  • Learn how Kimberly Lewis secured over $10 million in investments for Curlmix, from a modest $25K angel investment to a groundbreaking $4.5 million crowdfunding success.
  • Discover valuable tips on crafting a winning pitch and building a business with potential for success, straight from Lewis herself.
  • Understand the importance of persistence in the face of challenges and the transformative power of crowdfunding in democratizing investment opportunities.
  • Gain insights into the journey of an entrepreneur who turned her dream into a thriving business, and find inspiration to take your own entrepreneurial endeavors to the next level.

Learn more about Kimberly Lewis:

  • Curlmix: https://curlmix.com/
  • Invest in Curlmix: https://wefunder.com/curlmix


Work with Gillian Perkins:

  • My Funnel Breakdown: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-funnel-breakdown-training
  • Apply for $100K Mastermind: https://gillianperkins.com/100k-mastermind 
  • Learn more about Gillian: https://gillianperkins.com 
  • Instagram: @GillianZPerkins
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