Author: Kasen Wysong

What do Angel investors look for in small businesses?

by Kasen Wysong on September 9, 2020.

Angel investor. Probably the coolest title in the investing world. This moniker belongs to high net worth individuals who financially back a business, usually in return for equity in the company. With the cool name comes a pretty high level of risk.  That’s why there have been laws allowing only individuals with large disposable income...

A Modern Day Braveheart Has 5 Reasons To Buy Local

by Kasen Wysong on August 25, 2020.

There’s nothing like the Upstate highlands. A green canopy of trees covers the Appalachian slopes like a blanket over the body of an old warrior. ‘Tis a noble region besieged by Big Business and Corporate America. But no more. Communities are rallying around a war cry: “They may take our downtowns, but they’ll never take...

“Going local” is more than buying a cup of coffee

by Kasen Wysong on August 18, 2020.

I’m the type who turns buying apples into an arduous process. I’ll skeptically compare the fifty-cent difference between apples, assuming the proper scrutiny stance: arms folded, a slight lean to the torso, and eyes narrowed.  Once I’ve established the type and price of the apples I want to purchase, I’ll thoroughly inspect each item. The...

How do I invest in small businesses?

by Kasen Wysong on July 28, 2020.

Let’s be honest for a moment. When we eat out, 99% of us (disclaimer: fake stat we made up) don’t go beyond leaving a standard tip if we were impressed with our meal and service. And for places like auto shops, there’s a slim chance anyone leaves a tip at all. Say their service or...

Time Travel, Reg CF, And The Justice League

by Kasen Wysong on July 14, 2020.

When you hear the term “crowdfunding for small business,” it might sound like a recent phenomenon. But put aside Reg CF and tech startups for a moment because in reality, crowdfunding is as old as Irish ale.  Crowdfunding can include everything from college beer fund donations to betting on flying cars in Silicon Valley, but...

How can I increase cash flow as a small business?

by Kasen Wysong on July 7, 2020.

Spreadsheets, bookkeeping, cash flows, balance sheets, financial statements…it’s tough to manage your finances as a small business. You may be a passionate owner with a tremendous product or service, but maybe your financial situation isn’t where you’d like it to be. That’s totally normal.  Did you know small business accounts for a mind-boggling 99.7% of...

5 Reasons To Invest In Your Community

by Kasen Wysong on June 23, 2020.

The first time I asked my wife out was at a coffee shop on a corner street. It was a significant moment for us, and by default, the shop became a significant place. A year and a half later we would get married, and it all started in that coffee shop on the corner. We...