Shanelid
I'm a Global Crowdfunding Expert & Startup Advisor. I Help Entrepreneurs Raise Capital by leveraging digital technology, methods, and processes. I'm also the Managing Director of XseedR Limited, and Chief Crowdfundologist at Smart Crowdfunding.
Judge Rejects Prison Delay for Convicted Crowdfunding Scammer Elie Schwartz
New York real estate developer Elchonon “Elie” Schwartz has lost his attempt to delay prison time after being sentenced...
Crowdfunding for Beginners: The Guide to Raising Money in the Digital Age
Raising capital doesn’t always mean pitching to venture capitalists or maxing out credit cards. Crowdfunding has emerged as a...
The History of Crowdfunding: From Classical Patronage to Digital Powerhouse
Crowdfunding isn't a trend, it's a centuries-old revolution that’s finally found its megaphone in modern tech. Whether you're a...
The Ultimate 2025 Guide to Crowdfunding in the UK and Europe: Trends, Regulations, and Opportunities
Market Size and Growth TrendsCrowdfunding has become a significant financing channel in both the UK and Europe, with robust...
The Complete 2025 Guide to the U.S. Crowdfunding Industry: Market Trends, Platforms, and Regulations
Crowdfunding has transformed how entrepreneurs, creative artists, and even real estate developers raise capital by tapping the “wisdom of...
REG CF & REG A Funding Report -Feb 2025
REG AREG A - Valuations - February 2025The total valuation of all equity Regulation A (Reg A) companies raising...
The Unraveling of Reg A and the Industry’s Decline
The US crowdfunding industry is in serious trouble. While industry insiders continue to spew optimistic narratives about democratizing capital,...
REG CF – Why Is Nobody Talking About This?
Crowdfunding has revolutionized access to capital, empowering startups and small businesses to bypass traditional gatekeepers and raise funds directly...
“Unlock Market Potential with TAM, SAM, and SOM: A Strategic Guide for Founders”
We’ve all been there: sitting at our desks with a calculator in hand, crunching numbers to determine if a...
The Unfulfilled Promises of “GOING PUBLIC”: A Deep Dive into the Series’ Struggles
This is an opinion piece based on my personal research into a "Going Public", owned and operated by Crush...
Dalmore Group LLC Fined $415,000 Through FINRA Enforcement
Dalmore Group LLC, a Woodmere, New York-based broker-dealer, recently found itself in the regulatory spotlight following significant enforcement action...
Why Your Startup Needs Specialized Sales Coaching to Close High-Value Investors
As someone who has been involved in sales since 1994 after seven years of progressing through the technical realms...