The Multiplier Effect

Join Amy Hopper Swan (Arkansas Research Alliance and Ark Angel Alliance) and Jeff Amerine (Startup Junkie Consulting and Cadron Capital Partners) as they share their expertise and insights on running angel groups and the investor landscape in Arkansas. They offer valuable advice for entrepreneurs looking to secure funding from angel groups. From emphasizing the importance of building solid relationships to navigating the investment landscape with a childlike mindset, Amy and Jeff provide practical tips for success. Looking at 2024, they discuss the goals and aspirations of their angel groups, the importance of outreach, fostering early-career investor participation, and navigating evolving market dynamics. 

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In today's episode, Yee-Lin Lai, Senior Program Officer for the Walton Family Foundation, joins host Quinn Robertson to discuss the world of angel investing and its impact on the entrepreneurial landscape, particularly within Northwest Arkansas. Focusing on 412 Angels, they discuss the Walton Family Foundation and its vision for cultivating a thriving ecosystem of angel investors. Listen to gain insights into the importance of education, risk awareness, and community engagement in fostering entrepreneurial growth.

Join us on the latest episode of the Multiplier Effect as host Quinn Robertson sits down with Ron LeMay, managing director of OpenAir Equity Partners and Endeavor Heartland board advisor. Ron shares about his extensive career, from law to Sprint, private equity, and early-stage investing. Ron shares insights on fostering curiosity, embracing calculated risks, and celebrating entrepreneurial spirit. Listen as he offers valuable lessons for both novice and seasoned investors alike.

In this episode of The Multiplier Effect, host Quinn Robertson sits down with Caleb Rawson and Stephen Rowe, two professors turned investors with White River Capital Advisors. Together, they discuss their journey from academia to angel investing, sharing insights on their motivations, challenges, and successes along the way. From navigating the learning curve of early-stage investing to finding inspiration in local entrepreneurs, this episode offers a glimpse into the dynamic world of startup investments.

In today's episode, join host Quinn Robertson in a conversation with Tracy Poole, founder and managing partner of 46 Venture Capital, as they explore the intricacies of early-stage investing. Tracy shares valuable insights from his extensive experience, from evaluating individual deals to assessing fund managers. Discover the key factors to consider when making investment decisions, the evolving preferences of investors in the private investment space, and the importance of understanding one's investment goals and risk tolerance.

In today's episode, host Quinn Robertson is joined by Chicago-based M25 managing partner Victor Gutwein. Victor shares his journey into venture capital, reflects on the state of the markets in recent years, the unique opportunities and challenges in the Midwest, and market insights for 2024.

Welcome back to The Multiplier Effect! Join us as we kick off a season dedicated to angel investing with Endeavor Heartland Managing Director Canem Arkan and 412 Angels Director Quinn Robertson, who share insights into the 412 Angels program aimed at fostering early-stage investments in the 412 corridor. Discover the importance of angel investing for regional economies and how 412 Angels aims to build a robust investor community. Get ready for an enlightening journey into the world of angel investing!

Today on The Multiplier Effect we wrap up season 6 with Carlos Antequera, co-founder and CEO of Novel Capital. In this episode, Carlos discusses his background as a founder, what inspired him to found Novel Capital, trends emerging from the SVB collapse, and how Novel Capital supports founders.

Co-hosted by Shawn Morris, Endeavor Heartland.

On the afternoon of Friday, March 10th, Silicon Valley Bank collapsed. The impacts immediately reverberated across the startup and venture capital ecosystem. Funds and founders alike rushed to withdraw capital from the failed bank that once provided so much support and access to those same companies.

One particular Endeavor mentor, Mac Thompson, is a leading expert in banking, economics, and finance. Thompson is currently the Founder and President of White Clay, a pricing and profitability software platform for regional and community banks. He previously led payments for Bank of America and teaches banking courses for the American Banking Association at the Wharton School of Business.

Here is the story of SVB’s demise from Endevor Mentor and banking expert Mac Thompson. Co-hosted by Tim Barr Jr., Endeavor Midwest.

A startup enthusiast, Susan Moring has spent the bulk of her career supporting entrepreneurs and contributing to the growth of Oklahoma’s startup ecosystem. Susan launched a social entrepreneurship fellowship program in Oklahoma City and grew the state’s first coding bootcamp. Susan is a steering committee member for Creative Oklahoma’s Entrepreneur Mentor Program (IKEMP), and she works nationally with Techstars. Currently, Susan is Principal at Cortado Ventures.

In this episode, Susan dives into the pros of building business in the Midcontinent region, the investor landscape in Oklahoma, and the effects of the Silicon Valley Bank failure on the venture world. She also shares more information about the inaugural Midcontinent Venture Capital Summit happening in May.

Co-hosted by Canem Arkan, Managing Director of Endeavor Heartland.