Introduction to Crowdfunding

Learn why everybody is talking about crowdfunding, in this class you will learn:

1. What is crowdfunding

2. The current industry

3. Different types of crowdfunding, top websites in crowdfunding and what are their differences. We will go over some interesting projects as well.

4. Tips on running a successful campaign.

Appetizers and drinks will be served by our host Eisner Amper LLP (http://www.eisneramper.com/).

Agenda

6:00pm - 6:30pm : Networking + Appetizers

6:30pm - 8:00pm: Alex Feldman - Introduction to Crowdfunding

8:00pm - 9:00pm: Networking + Appetizers

Alex Feldman, CEO of Crowdsunite (http://crowdsunite.com/)

Alex helps small businesses with raising money online. He is CEO of CrowdsUnite which is the largest review site for funding platforms. Alex was mentioned in publications like the Entrepreneur Magazine. His writings about crowdfunding were published on major websites like crowdsourcing.org and Crowdfund Insider .

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Host

EisnerAmper (http://www.eisneramper.com/) LLP is a leading full-service advisory and accounting firm, and is among the largest in the United States. We provide audit, accounting, and tax services, as well as corporate finance, internal audit and risk management, litigation services, consulting, private business services, employee benefit plan audits, forensic accounting, and other professional advisory services to a broad range of clients across many industries. We work with high net worth individuals, family offices, closely held businesses, start-ups, middle market and Fortune 500 companies.

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