Exit Strategy
If the startup you’re investing in doesn’t have an exit strategy — why would you invest? This isn’t a theoretical question. Seriously, why would you invest in an equity Crowdfunding company if no exit strategy is planned? Here at Vegan Investing Club, we think you shouldn’t. Let’s go back to defining an exit strategy. Exit […]
Invest like a Duchess
In 2020, we were faced with the ongoing climate crisis in addition to the global COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, interest in investing sustainably has surged. So what does it mean to invest sustainably? Sustainable investing refers to investing in companies that consider environmental, social, and corporate governance criteria to generate long-term monetary returns and […]
Will 2021 be a year with no meat?
A whole lot happened in 2020. Festivals ceased to exist, schools closed down, dining rooms became conference rooms, and people binged all that streaming services had to offer. People joined together (6 feet apart) to show support for local heroes, they sang on their balconies, and artists put together virtual shows to help people through […]
Impact investing for Vegans
Thanks to millennials, there is an overwhelming push to invest responsibly. Impact investing can be defined as investing in companies that “do well by doing good”. Sound familiar? We talk about this concept here at VIC! What we’re saying, however, is that you need to think critically about the companies that will make the world […]
Equity crowdfunding isn’t a pipe dream
Equity crowdfunding isn’t a pipe dream. The International Banker, an authoritative analysis on international banking, wrote that it was “one of the decade’s success stories”. Equity crowdfunding expanded access to capital by allowing non-accredited investors to invest in startups they believed in. When entrepreneurs struggled to fund their dreams and venture capitalists repeatedly overlooked viable […]
If retirement exists in this new economy, you’ll have to do things differently than Gam Gam did
Investing in the vegan economy might be the best move you could make for your future self. The low-interest rates in place are sticking around, and you’ll want your money to work for you now so you can retire and relax. As we always say, plan long-term. You have to account for inflation as you […]
Why did this professional investor start an Angel Group and a Venture Fund?
In this interview I speak with a leader in the plant-based movement about founding both VeganInvestingclub.org and NextWaveImpact.com Alicia founded an Angel Group to find, support, and invest in early-stage scalable companies, which contribute to a more sustainable and compassionate world. Feel free to watch the video interview or read the text interview below. Mark […]
Tips on Raising Funds as a Vegan Startup
So, you think you have the next big idea that will revolutionize the vegan market and even attract crossover customers? Awesome! But, without a minimum of funding, even the best ideas struggle to get off the ground. So, how do you find investors and successfully become the next household brand name? Let’s talk about some […]
Why Invest in Vegan Companies?
Why it’s important to invest in vegan companies Vegans tend to be conscious of the many injustices happening throughout the world, and it’s easy to become discouraged when we realize just how much change is needed to create a truly compassionate planet for all beings. By not consuming animals, we are, of course, making a […]
The Pros and Cons of Equity Crowdfunding as a Startup
The concept of equity crowdfunding, or even Kickstarter-type rewards-based funding, may sound like an ideal solution to your financing needs. Create an appealing marketing video, conjure up some statistics, and watch the money come flowing in. But alas, nothing worthwhile is that simple. So, before deciding whether equity crowdfunding is right for your startup, take […]