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Named a top 27 business podcast by Fortune, upside examines startup investing outside of Silicon Valley.Every Wednesday, we speak with an early stage founder. We interview them as if we are angel investors considering the company as an investment opportunity. Each show has three segments: 1.) Intro:… read more

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Republic // helping anyone invest in private companies [CC081]

Interview Begins 8:02

Debrief 50:00


Kendrick (Ken) Nguyen is the co-founder and CEO of Republic.


Republic empowers everyone to invest in the future they believe in by providing access to startups, real estate, crypto, and video game investments. Focused on creating a diverse, sustainable, connected world, Republic has facilitated over $600 million in investments from over one million global community members.


Previously, Ken was the General Counsel for Angel List from 2014-2016.

We discuss:

  • Ken on AngelList as Non-Engineer Role 8:52
  • AngelList Syndicates 10:00
  • JOBS Act 12:57
  • Republic's Launch Timing 18:01
  • Republic's Mission 22:04
  • Republic's Business Model 24:51
  • Equity Crowdfunding 29:10
  • Focusing on the Product Experience 32:31
  • ROI in Crowdfunding 35:35
  • Upside from Retail Deals 42:47
  • Arbitrary Cap 43:58


Republic was founded in 2016 in New York City, New York.


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This episode of upside is sponsored by SPMB


SPMB is one of the fastest-growing retained executive search firms in the country, closing hundreds of C-level searches every year.


For over 40 years, SPMB has specialized in recruiting upper management and board members to VC-funded startups everywhere from early-stage to growth stage.


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This episode of upside is sponsored by Ethos Wealth Management


Managing wealth with an eye toward the future demands vigilance and skill in today’s global economy. Over the years, Ethos Wealth Management has worked with clients and their other professional advisors – including attorneys and accountants – to create comprehensive wealth management plans designed to make the best use of their wealth today and help ensure its endurance for future generations.


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