S1: E10 - Crowdfunding For Social Impact with Devin Thorpe, CEO and Champion of Social Good, Super Crowd Inc.

Apr 2, 2024

In this fascinating episode, we dive deep into the world of social impact crowdfunding with Devin Thorpe, the CEO and Champion of Social Good at Super Crowd Inc. Devin, an acclaimed author, speaker, and a beacon of hope for entrepreneurs and investors alike, shares valuable insights into leveraging crowdfunding for meaningful social change.

Highlights from our conversation include:

• Devin's Journey: Learn about Devin's transition from finance to focusing on making a meaningful difference through social impact. His story is a testament to the power of leveraging financial expertise for the greater good.
• Understanding Crowdfunding: Devin demystifies regulated crowdfunding, explaining how it differs from traditional crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo. This segment is crucial for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of investment in social ventures.
• Inclusivity in Finance: Discover how crowdfunding is creating new opportunities for women, diverse founders, and other entrepreneurs who have historically faced barriers in accessing capital.
• Impact Investing Made Accessible: Devin discusses how platforms like SMBx make it possible for virtually anyone to start investing in small businesses with as little as $10, emphasizing the democratization of impact investing.
• Strategic Advice for Social Entrepreneurs: From navigating legal landscapes to employing AI tools such as ChatGPT for business planning, Devin offers actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to harness the power of crowdfunding.
• The Future of Crowdfunding: Hear Devin's vision for the future, where social impact crowdfunding becomes a normalized and integral part of our financial ecosystem, driving widespread social change.

Devin's Recommendations:

• Book: How to Make Money with Impact Crowdfunding - A guide to navigating the world of investment crowdfunding with a focus on maximizing both financial returns and social impact.

Connect with Devin:

• Visit Superpowers for Good to learn more about Devin's work.
• Follow Devin on LinkedIn for insights and updates in the field of social impact crowdfunding.

Special Thanks:

• A huge thank you to Lee Williams for his editing and production work on this episode.

Stay Connected:

• Interested in more insights on social impact communication? Order my book, "7 Secrets of Highly Effective Social Impact Communicators," available now on Amazon.
• For more about me and my work in climate change consulting, visit Silver Maple Strategies.
• Connect with me on LinkedIn for updates and discussions on social impact strategies.