Making Billions: The Private Equity Podcast for Fund Managers, Alternative Asset Managers, and Venture Capital Investors

Thanks for listening to another episode of Making Billions with Ryan Miller: The Private Equity Podcast for Fund Managers, Startup Founders, and Venture Capital Investors. This show covers topics connecting you to some of the best investment funds that won in their industry—from making money and motivation to alternative investments, fund managers, entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, capital raisers, money mavericks, and industry titans. If you want to start a business, understand investment funds that won the game, and how the top 0.01% made it, then this show will give you the answers!

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Jan 2, 2023 • 16min

Ryan Miller - 23 Ways You WILL FAIL as a Venture Capital and Private Equity Investor

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I talk about how the 23 pitfalls your brain will take you down to mess with your investment criteria. I call them the 23 cognitive biases. I will walk you through what I have found from my own research and experiments throughout my career. You don’t want to miss it.LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. DISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening to our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal and or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax and other licensed in the recipient’s state, country or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered as a solicitation for iSupport the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Dec 26, 2022 • 19min

Sloan Capital - How to Make Eight Figures From Real Estate & Restaurants - Justin Sloan

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear friend Justin Sloan. Justin is the founder and CEO of Sloan Capital, An investment firm that has $20M of real estate book value as well as scaling up on a massive restaurant empire, starting with Ever bowl. Join Justin and me as we discuss how he went from a scrappy kid to a tech entrepreneur, all the way to doing multi-million dollar deals and scaling all the way. LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: Over the past several years, Justin Sloan and Sloan Capital have begun syndicating real estate deals to outside investors and have made sizeable venture investments in more than a dozen companies. Justin is highly knowledgeable in all things business, and his undeniable passion is what sets him apart from the rest. Having built companies from the ground up, he understands the details that go into establishing a successful firm and the resources required to help in scaling it while still maintaining the small things that make it stand out. His hard work, diligence, resourcefulness, and flexibility make Justin the right individual to spot and execute on opportunities.[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. DISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not rSupport the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Nov 28, 2022 • 36min

Blue Meta - Investors Gave $10B from Her Pitch Decks - Amy Hanlon

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear friend Amy Hanlon. Amy is the founder and CEO of Blue Meta Design, A design company that is the secret weapon used by The Mega Venture Firms like Will Ventures and Andreesen Horowitz to create that billion-dollar designs for all of their pitch decks. Join Amy and me as we discuss how her designs and storytelling methods have gone on to raise $10B from investors. If you're serious about raising money, You don’t want to miss it.LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: Amy Hanlon, president of Blue Meta Design, visually showcases the impactful stories of startups through graphic design, partnering with VCs on cutting-edge investments. A small branding agency located in the Mid-South, Blue Meta Design is client-focused, servicing companies that are changing the world and their communities. With a goal to create memorable brands, Amy dives deep into the inner workings of each company to develop creative visuals while supplementing customizable services. She works with some of Silicon Valley's biggest names, giving her insight into what makes a brand stand out to a venture capital firm. Graphic design is Blue Meta's medium for making their clients' brands their competitive edge, ultimately acting as an extension of their client's teams, providing highly integrated solutions to help them succeed.[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and Support the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Nov 21, 2022 • 40min

Theseus Capital - $3B Market Cap - Nailing and Scaling your Startup - Ron Bauer

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear friend Ron Bauer. Ron is the founder and CEO of Theseus Capital, A family office out of the UK focusing on investing in early-stage companies. Join Ron and me as we discuss how he grew his first big company to a $3B market cap, which launched him into infamy as a startup, scale, and IPO exit beast. You don’t want to miss it.LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: Ron Bauer is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, business mentor, and author, with over 20 years of experience. He is focused on the Life Sciences, Technology, EdTech, and Natural Resources sectors, where he has created several exciting ventures side by side with some of the world’s leading entrepreneurs and scientists.Recently, he was a principal investor in 180 Life Sciences (NASDAQ: ATNF), Pasithea Therapeutics (NASDAQ: KTTA), Stran & Co (NASDAQ: STRN), Genflow Biosciences (LSE: GENF), Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals (LSE: HEMO), and Cognetivity Neurosciences (CSE: CGN).[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. DISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening to our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the eSupport the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Nov 14, 2022 • 30min

Bequest Funds - $50M Fund Manager on Cashflow Investments from Buying Mortgages - Martin Saenz

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear friend Martin Saenz. Martin is the founder and CEO of a $50M real estate income fund known as Bequest Fund. Join Martin and me where we discuss how he made millions in the mortgage space, and how you can too. You don’t want to miss it.LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: Martin Saenz is a Managing Partner of Bequest Funds, which is a 50MM 506(c) Reg. D Income Fund that pays an annual return of 9% to its investors monthly. Before founding Bequest Funds in 2019, Mr. Saenz was purchasing various commercial real estate properties in the DC area since 2009. In 2013, he launched a private fund in the mortgage note space which currently manages 42 million assets under management (AUM). Over the years, he has written five books, three of which are geared toward real estate investing strategies. His experience in acquisition, due diligence and asset management has familiarized him with all aspects of the real estate market. Mr. Saenz is considered a thought leader in the real estate, mortgage note, and passive income industry. Martin holds a BA degree in Philosophy from U.T. — San Antonio, an MBA from Drexel University, and a M.S. in Project Management from George Washington University.[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. Support the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Nov 7, 2022 • 24min

Redux Group - $300M in Real Estate Deals - Chris Craddock

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear friend Chris Craddock. Chris is the Principal Investor of the Redux Group and EXP Realty. He’s on track to do $300M in real estate deals this year and is ready for even more in the future. You don’t want to miss it.LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: A nationally certified Life Coach in Leadership and one of the top Real Estate professionals in the world closing 30-65 deals a month, Chris Craddock is the host of the Uncommon Real Estate Podcast, a realtor, and entrepreneur who runs multiple successful businesses in the Washington DC Metro area (and Richmond, VA). Chris and his companies consistently bring in close to 10 Million in revenue year after year [THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. DISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening to our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any informSupport the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

Oct 31, 2022 • 38min

Charge Ventures - Shocking Entrepreneur Tips From a Founder, a Professor, and a Venture Capital Investor - Brett Martin

Send us a text"RAISE CAPITAL LIKE A LEGEND: https://offer.fundraisecapital.co/free-ebook/"In this week’s episode, I bring on my dear Brett Martin. Brett is a recovering Wall Street analyst who traveled the world while starting incredible businesses, and investment funds, and teaching at Columbia University as a Data Science professor. Join Brett and me as he talks about his current Startup, Kumo Space, which happens to be one of the coolest start-ups I have ever seen. You don’t want to miss it. LIMITED TIME OFFER: SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE TO GET OUR ECONOMIC RESEARCH REPORTS:https://mailchi.mp/d41cfc90bd9f/subscribe-to-newsletterLearn to Launch your own Fundhttps://www.fundlaunchlive.com/2022?affiliate_id=3730376Subscribe to YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTOe79EXLDsROQ0z3YLnu1QConnect with Ryan Miller:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcmiller1/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makingbillionspodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/_MakingBillonsWebsite: pentiumcapitalpartners.com[THE GUEST]: Brett Martin is the Founder of KumoSpace.com, a Data Science professor at Columbia University, and the lead investor at Charge Ventures.[THE HOST]: Ryan Miller is an Angel investor in technology and energy. DISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening to our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional Support the showDISCLAIMER: The information in every podcast episode “episode” is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the current law in your jurisdiction. By listening or viewing our episodes, you understand that no information contained in the episodes should be construed as legal or financial advice from the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for legal, financial, or tax counsel on any subject matter. No listener of the episodes should act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in, or accessible through, the episodes without seeking the appropriate legal or other professional advice on the particular facts and circumstances at issue from a lawyer, finance, tax, or other licensed person in the recipient’s state, country, or other appropriate licensing jurisdiction. No part of the show, its guests, host, content, or otherwise should be considered a solicitation for investment in any way. All views expressed in any way by guests are their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the show or its host(s). The host and/or its guests may own some of the assets discussed in this or other episodes, including compensation for advertisements, sponsorships, and/or endorsements. This show is for entertainment purposes only and should not be used as financial, tax, legal, or any advice whatsoever.

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