What happens when a company dares to rethink how innovation gets funded!?
In this episode of the TAGLine Podcast, Justin Starbird sits down with CEO of Rise Robotics, Hiten Sonpal, to talk about a crowdfunding campaign that didn’t just take off, it shattered records.
From redefining outdated industrial technology to earning the support of thousands of everyday investors, Rise has proven that momentum isn’t an accident, it’s strategy, execution, and relentless transparency.
Hiten shares the real story behind raising over $4M from the crowd, building trust with a passionate community, and fueling commercialization while scaling a team that moves at warp speed.
Business leaders will love this conversation for one reason: it’s not just theory.
Hiten breaks down the actionable playbook behind attracting investment, leveraging social proof, and turning product milestones into business growth. He also gets candid about the challenges; the exhaustion, the shifting priorities, and the delicate balancing act between selling the vision and delivering the product.
If you’re scaling a company, considering alternative funding, or simply want an inside look at a startup transforming industries, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
Real strategy. Real partnership. Real results.
Hit play and discover how the right momentum can change everything.