Discover The Secret to Higher Investment Returns via Impact Crowdfunding—Live Today!

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May 21, 2025

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For years, I’ve been working with founders, investors, and changemakers in the impact crowdfunding space. And I’ve noticed something remarkable—something too important not to share.

The people who consistently earn the best returns on their impact investments?
They’re not just lucky. They’re not just early movers.
They’re doing one thing better than anyone else:

They take the time to do their homework.

In today’s SuperCrowdHour webinar, I’ll explain how intentional, values-aligned due diligence is the secret to achieving both higher financial returns and greater social impact through regulated investment crowdfunding. It’s the kind of insight I wish every new investor had before they put a single dollar into a deal.

The presentation is called “The Secret to Higher Investment Returns via Impact Crowdfunding”—and it’s not just for seasoned investors. If you're curious about how to do more with your money, to invest in businesses that align with your values and grow your wealth, this session is for you.

Immediately following the livestream, I’ll host a private VIP session to cover personal questions. The VIP session will be limited to the first ten people to register here.

What We’ll Cover—and Why It Matters

We’re going to talk about due diligence—yes, that phrase might sound like the stuff of Wall Street or venture capital boardrooms. But in truth, it’s just another way of saying: Let’s slow down, ask smart questions, and make sure this investment makes sense.

Most of us weren’t taught how to assess early-stage companies, especially ones raising capital through Regulation Crowdfunding. But that doesn’t mean it’s out of reach. You don’t need an MBA or a decade of investing experience to do this well. You just need the right framework.

I’ll walk you through a practical, five-part approach to due diligence that I’ve seen work again and again. It begins with understanding and accepting the risks—not just acknowledging that “startups are risky,” but really digging into which risks apply to each offering and how they could play out.

Next, we’ll explore the impact side of the equation. Why is this company raising money? What change are they trying to create in the world? And—perhaps more importantly—how will we know if they’re succeeding? Can we measure it? Does the impact align with your own values?

Then we look at the management team. Who are the people behind the company? What’s their track record? Are they qualified? Are they mission-driven? Is the leadership team diverse in thought, background, and experience? Because the reality is, in early-stage companies, you’re not investing in ideas—you’re investing in people.

From there, we’ll talk deal terms. This is where many investors tune out or skim the page, but the truth is, if you don’t understand what’s being offered, you may be buying something you don’t actually want. I’ll help you decode terms like valuation, equity, debt, revenue share, and explain why the structure of the deal matters as much as the mission behind it.

Finally, we’ll examine business prospects—the growth opportunity. Is there a viable market? Are the projections reasonable? Who’s the competition? I’ll share practical tips for gauging whether the business model can realistically support both social outcomes and financial returns.

Where Leverage Comes In

If all of this sounds like a lot—don’t worry. You’re not alone. And you don’t have to do it alone.

I’ll also show you how to use three key points of leverage that can dramatically ease the burden of due diligence and make your efforts more effective.

First is AI. I’ve developed a set of custom prompts that help investors use AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline their analysis. Whether you’re evaluating a startup’s impact model or breaking down financial projections, AI can be a powerful assistant—if you know how to ask the right questions. You can get a sneak peek here: 4sc.fun/aidd

Second is community. I believe investing is better when it’s a team sport. That’s why I launched the Impact Cherub Club—a place for impact-first investors to come together, share ideas, and support one another’s learning. When you’re part of a trusted community, your diligence becomes stronger, faster, and more fun.

And third is education—the kind we offer through Superpowers for Good every day. If you want to go deeper, grab our free eBook at 4sc.fun/ebookfree. It’s full of resources to help you become a more confident, values-aligned investor.

Data-Driven Results

One of the things I’ll emphasize today is this: Good diligence doesn’t just make you feel better. It makes you more money.

Brian Belley of KingsCrowd and the Crowdfunding Professional Association taught me that investors who put real effort into evaluating deals—who go beyond the pitch video and read the Form C—consistently perform better. They lose less and win more.

And in the impact space, the same effort that protects your capital also directs your dollars toward companies that genuinely make a difference.

So, if you care about getting results—and you care about building a better world—this is the work that makes it possible.

What to Expect Today

We’ll begin promptly at 1:00 PM Eastern / 10:00 AM Pacific with the public webinar, streaming live on e360tv and right here in the newsletter via YouTube.

After the session ends, I’ll host a VIP-only private Q&A, where we’ll dive deeper into your questions, look at live examples, and share tools that you can use immediately. If you haven’t already joined as a VIP, now’s a great time to do so.

This may be the most important conversation we’ve had all year about how to invest for both purpose and profit.

I hope you’ll join me today—and bring a friend. It’s free. It’s practical. And it could change the way you think about investing.

Let’s unlock the secret to higher returns—together.

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Upcoming SuperCrowd Event Calendar

If a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.

Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on May 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.
SuperCrowdHour, May 21, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, Champion of Social Good and CEO of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on "The Secret to Higher Investment Returns via Impact Crowdfunding." He’ll share powerful strategies and real-world examples that show how aligning your investments with your values can lead to strong financial and social returns. If you're an investor looking to maximize impact or curious about the growing world of impact crowdfunding, this is a session you won’t want to miss! Don’t miss it!
Superpowers for Good Live Pitch – June 25, 2025, at 8:00 PM Eastern - Apply by June 6, 2025, to pitch your active Regulation Crowdfunding campaign live on Superpowers for Good—the e360tv show where impact meets capital. Selected founders will gain national exposure, connect with investors, and compete for prizes. To qualify, you must be raising via a FINRA-registered portal or broker-dealer and align with NC3’s Community Capital Principles. Founders from underrepresented communities are especially encouraged to apply. Don’t miss this chance to fuel your mission and grow your impact!
SuperCrowd25, August 21st and 22nd: This two-day virtual event is an annual tradition, but with big upgrades for 2025! We’ll be streaming live across the web and on TV via e360tv. VIP’s get access to our better-than-in-person networking! Get your VIP access for just $25. Soon, we’ll open a process for nominating speakers. Check back!

Community Event Calendar

Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.
African Diaspora Investment Symposium 2025 (ADIS25), Wednesday–Friday, May 28–30, 2025, at George Washington University, Washington, D.C., USA.
Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2025, Crowdfunding Professional Association, Washington DC, October 21-22, 2025.

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