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Public vs Private Funding in Canada with Alex Morsink of Equivesto
In this episode of the Startup Talk Podcast, Alex Morsink, Managing Director of Equivesto, joins us to discuss public vs private funding in Canada. Alex breaks down the differences in regulatory frameworks, reporting requirements, and the role of platforms like Equivesto in enabling equity crowdfunding. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and investors navigating the Canadian funding landscape.
Key Takeaways
Public vs Private Funding: Key Differences
- Public Funding: Requires ongoing disclosures, including audited annual financials and quarterly reports. It supports secondary markets for trading shares among investors.
- Private Funding: Primarily involves direct transactions between companies and investors, with fewer regulatory requirements. Focus is placed on fraud prevention and ensuring investor awareness of risks.
Regulatory Oversight in Funding
Alex explains how public companies focus on transparency for secondary markets, while private companies gradually meet increasing reporting obligations as they raise more capital or approach broader investor bases.
Equity Crowdfunding with Equivesto
Equivesto’s role as an exempt market dealer helps facilitate compliant transactions between private companies and investors. This ensures secure and transparent equity crowdfunding opportunities.
About Alex Morsink and Equivesto
Alex Morsink is the Managing Director of Equivesto, a Canadian equity crowdfunding platform. Equivesto enables businesses to raise funds from their communities while offering investors the opportunity to support innovative ventures.
Connect with Alex and Equivesto:
- Website: https://equivesto.com/
- LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/equivesto/
- LinkedIn (Alex Morsink): https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-morsink-80003433/
Join the Discussion
If you’re curious about the distinctions between public and private funding or equity crowdfunding, this episode offers valuable insights.
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