Investing In Pre IPO Companies, Building A Billion Dollar Business, And How To Get Access To Wall St Opportunities As A Main St Investor | Cole Shephard

This episode features Cole Shepherd, who shares his transition from a corporate role in M&A at PWC in Hong Kong to entrepreneurship in Medellín, Colombia. It covers his ventures in distressed real estate and commodity trading, particularly in fresh cut flowers, before founding the Green Coffee Company. The discussion delves into the challenges and opportunities in the coffee industry, focusing on vertical integration, innovation, and future plans, including byproduct utilization. The episode also includes Cole's insights into private equity, M&A, investor-focused strategies, and recommendations for Colombian dishes and destinations.

Topics Discussed:

• Cole's transition from M&A at PWC in Hong Kong to entrepreneurship in Medellín, Colombia.
• Ventures in distressed real estate and commodity trading, particularly fresh cut flowers.
• Founding and evolving Green Coffee Company, focusing on vertical integration in the coffee industry.
• Challenges in the coffee industry, such as banking penetration and innovation gaps.
• The company's approach to innovation and future plans, including byproduct utilization.

Key Takeaway: The journey from corporate structured environments to innovative entrepreneurship, and leveraging opportunities in emerging markets.

Timestamps:

• [00:00:00] Introduction to Cole Shepherd and his career shift.
• [00:01:12] Discussion on moving to Colombia and initial business ventures.
• [00:02:33] Transition to Green Coffee Company and its growth.
• [00:03:34] Insights into private equity, M&A, and investor-focused strategies.
• [00:04:48] Cole's role adjustment for business growth and success.
• [00:05:50] Current status and future plans for Green Coffee Company.
• [00:06:50] Importance of investor communication and inclusivity in business.
• [00:07:42] Recommendations for Colombian dishes and destinations.
• [00:08:31] Closing remarks and investment opportunities.

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