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Funding the Future: AI and Fundraising Strategies

02.27.2025 | Duration: 28:06

Discover how a high growth company raised significant capital through crowdfunding and leveraged AI to revolutionize the restaurant industry.

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Tune in to this episode of the Privately Speaking Podcast Series, where host and Private Enterprise Partner, Erika Whitmore discusses the world of capital fundraising and the innovative use of AI in the restaurant industry with Robert Lunny, CFO and Kevin Patel, Vice President at Miso Robotics.  This episode offers valuable insights on:

  • Successfully raising capital through crowdfunding
  • Effectively managing a large retail investor base, including investor education and valuation expectations
  • Utilizing AI in crowdfunding and transforming restaurant kitchens

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