Techmeme Ride Home (Portfolio Profile) Cadre.com
Mar 12, 2023
Ryan Williams, Founder of Cadre.com, shares his vision for democratizing commercial real estate investing. He discusses the importance of ownership for financial stability and recounts his entrepreneurial journey, from selling accessories at 13 to navigating the complexities of real estate. Topics include innovative document management tools, challenges faced during the pandemic, and the exciting opportunities for everyday investors in today's market. Williams emphasizes the shift towards making real estate investing as accessible as online shopping.
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Early Entrepreneurial Spirit
- At 13, Ryan Williams started a personalized headband and wristband company.
- This early venture exposed him to business plan competitions, mentors, and expanded his horizons.
Path to Financial Literacy
- Ryan Williams's early entrepreneurial experiences and focus on solving personal pain points led to an interest in financial literacy.
- This interest stemmed from realizing the importance of finance in business and recognizing a gap in his own knowledge.
Veritas Financial Group
- In college, Williams founded Veritas Financial Group, a financial literacy organization.
- It recruited Harvard Business School professors to teach undergraduates financial concepts, addressing a need for accessible financial education.