Charlotte Angel Connection Episode 102: Hall T. Martin, Founder and CEO of TEN Capital Network

Charlotte Angel Connection

Today, we welcome Hall T. Martin to the podcast. Hall is the Founder and CEO of TEN Capital Networks, formerly known as the Texas Entrepreneurial Network. He has been involved in the Texas angel investors community since at least 2006 when he became the director of the Central Texas Angel Network. Since then, Hall has gone on to start or run the Wilco Angel Network, the Austin Entrepreneur Network, the Baylor Angel Network and several others. Hall was kind enough to have me on his podcast to talk about what's happening in the Charlotte startup/angel community a few weeks ago. In those discussions, I learned some things about Hall and his approach to angel investing I thought would be valuable to share with our listeners. One of the more interesting things we dive into his view of a 3X in 3 years approach to the companies they invest in. It's a essentially a redemption right which protects the investor from having the startup turn into more of a lifestyle business than a fast growing startup to be acquired in a number of years. As we continue our discussions, Hall has some really good advice on ways for entrepreneurs to build relationships with local angel investors. We also dive into meeting structure and what Hall's learned over the years for having angel network meetings. Hall also highlights ways the process has been partially moving online - even before Covid-19 - and something we can all attest to after fully utilizing Zoom and other online conferencing sites. Hopefully you enjoy today's podcast with Hall! Our next podcast is with Scott Pope and Eric Kirsch as they talk about the local healthcare startup scene and their continued efforts to nurture a growing part of Charlotte's startup scene. William Bissett is the owner of and an Investment Advisor Representative of Portus Wealth Advisors, a Registered Investment Adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Portus Wealth Advisors. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener. Portus Wealth Advisors does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance. Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under applicable state and federal regulation or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests. Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.