Most individuals think that research needs huge grants from governments or universities. They are wrong. Crowdfunding is revolutionizing the way we finance science and creative endeavors. Grants are problematic. You take several months to apply for them. Most are rejected. If you are successful, there is paperwork in abundance. You have to do precisely what…
The Wellshift App is a revolutionary new method of enhancing personal well-being, focusing on how the power of small actions translates to everyday well-being. The Kickstarter was not simply about raising money—it was also about demonstrating market demand and building a following for this life-altering platform. I was the funding consultant focusing on strategy and…
The world of crowdfunding is growing fast. Really fast. From charity drives to startup funding, more people are turning to the internet to raise money. The numbers tell an exciting story. In 2024, the market sits at $1.45 Billion. By 2033, it will reach $5.43 Billion. Think about the last time you saw a fundraiser…
Need money to start or expand your business? Crowdfunding is the answer. It’s the most straightforward way of raising funds online from a large group of people believing in your idea. Crowdfunding can work for many types of businesses: tech startups, local restaurants, fashion brands, and even creative projects have found success; even established companies…
Want to know what makes crowdfunding campaigns sizzle? Let me show you 2024’s most-backed cooking projects. As a crowdfunding consultant, I’ve got to say: these campaigns cooked up some serious success! When Grilling Gets Smart ASMOKE Essential didn’t just launch a grill – it launched a movement. Their campaign for the smart pellet grill caught…
A team of marine scientists launched a crowdfunding campaign from November to December 2024. 7 weeks, 345,000 dollars raised. 5,000 donors contributed to the project. Use the money to create protected zones around Pacific coral reefs. $150,000 is spent on underwater surveillance equipment. $100,000 goes to train local fishing communities as reef monitors. $95,000 covers…
A few years ago, HandScape took to Kickstarter with HandyCase. This was a special case that made iPhones and iPads controllable from behind, and thus “transparent.” I was the crowdfunding consultant of this project, with promotional duties as well. This campaign sought to raise $100,000. It reaped in more than $305,000 in funding. HandyCase has…
A new sports analytics app has exceeded all expectations by raising $121,323 in its recent crowdfunding campaign. The US-based startup worked with me as their fundraising consultant to design and implement their campaign strategy. The campaign effectively showed how the app could help athletes track performance metrics and improve their game. Backers from all over…
In a sad turn of events during tonight’s EuroLeague game between Panathinaikos and Baskonia, French player Mathias Lessort suffered a severe leg injury early in the second half. Lessort fell in pain after making a bad fall, turning the OAKA arena in Athens very quiet. The injury looked to be on his left shin, and…
Woohoo! Another successful crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter! I have the great pleasure of offering my consulting services and contributing to the success of this amazing tabletop game: In Light of Shadows. So far, it has reached and exceeded its funding goal by 209%! And it still has 19 days to go! Check it out here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1845784016/in-light-of-shadows-0
