Providing Token holders with Real Economic Rights with SOAR | Thomas Curry

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In this episode Connor sits with Thomas Curry, founder of SOAR, to discuss how SOAR is rethinking crypto capital formation. They explore the platform's novel approach of using token issuance as senior debt to create clearer value claims while preserving founder autonomy. Thomas shares the inspiration behind SOAR, which aims to unify equity and tokens, addressing the lack of real economic rights for token holders. They also talk about SOAR's transparent and legally sound structure that provides intrinsic value to token holders, allowing seamless buybacks and further fundraising. The discussion further includes the vision for SOAR's platform, aiming to provide retail investors access to early-stage startups, the potential solutions it offers and the importance of effective investor relations (IR) in the crypto industry.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction

00:25 - The Problem with Current Token Models

01:09 - The Importance of Branding in Crypto

03:05 - Thomas Curry's Background and Journey

04:41 - Token Buybacks and Market Dynamics

09:28 - SOAR's Innovative Approach to Token Issuance

14:17 - Case Study: CPT and SOAR's Debt Mechanism

20:40 - Understanding Token Dynamics

22:38 - Debt Mechanics Explained

26:01 - Founder Incentives and Market Dynamics

31:38 - Platform Launch and Vision

35:21 - Challenges in Crypto Investor Relations

37:10 - Future of Token and Equity Integration

41:17 - Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Disclaimer: The hosts and the firms they represent may hold stakes in the companies mentioned in this podcast. None of this is financial advice.