Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Funding instruments & exemptions · Core

Equity crowdfunding

Also called: investment crowdfunding

ELI5

Many people invest and receive securities.

Used in conversation

“Equity crowdfunding creates a broader shareholder base.”

Definition

Raising equity capital from many investors through a regulated platform or offering.

Here “Equity crowdfunding” means: Raising equity capital from many investors through a regulated platform or offering.

Pitch context

You will see “Equity crowdfunding” in fundraising decks, data rooms, term sheets and investor conversations when the discussion reaches funding instruments & exemptions.

Why it matters: In funding instruments & exemptions, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 5

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