Targeting Resources to Unleash Market Prosperity (TRUMP) Jobs Act
Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA)
Key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), signed into law by former President Donald Trump in December 2017 are set to expire at the end of 2025 unless extended or modified by Congress. A new tax bill is likely to be enacted.
Background
The passage of the bipartisan JOBS Act ushered in Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) and since May of 2016, over 8,500 companies or investment campaigns have raised over $2.2B in capital from more than 2 million ordinary Americans – typically in amounts averaging $1,400 per investment. Only US companies can raise funds using Regulation Crowdfunding and these companies demonstrate remarkable resilience and durability, with failure rates below 10% - far lower than the 75% failure rate of VC-backed startups and the 50% failure rate for small businesses (as reported by BLS over a five-year period). Over $7.5B in economic activity has been generated which has created or supported over 400,000 jobs. Successfully funded companies across all 50...more
CfPA Highlights Achievement and Innovation at Inaugural Industry Awards Ceremony
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Contact: Rose Kauzeni
Community Coordinator
Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA)
Email: coordinator@cfpa.org
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CfPA Highlights Achievement and Innovation at Inaugural Industry Awards Ceremony
Leading voice of the Regulated Investment Crowdfunding industry announces winners of industry awards following a successful 2024 Washington D.C. Summit
Washington, D.C. (October 24, 2024) The Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA) is pleased to announce the winners of the inaugural CfPA Industry Awards, presented at the end of the CfPA hosted and organized Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit 2024. This prestigious event celebrated the most innovative minds and impactful projects shaping the future of the regulated investment crowdfunding industry.
The awards honor excellence across five key categories, highlighting success stories and pioneers driving positive change in the sector.
1: Social Impact Award (Ti...more
SEC Commissioner Hester M. Peirce to speak at CfPA Summit
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The Secret to Successful Impact Crowdfunding Campaigns, According to Expert Jason Fishman
This post was originally published on Superpowers for Good by @Devin Thorpe.
In This Episode, I Uncover @Jason Fishman ’s Insight on How to Drive Traffic to Your Reg CF Campaign and Why Social Proof Is Key to Success
Devin: What's your superpower?
Jason: I think it's around getting people excited.
In today’s episode of Superpowers for Good, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jason Fishman, Co-Founder and CEO of Digital Niche Agency (DNA), as well as the host of the "Test. Optimize. Scale." podcast. Jason shared invaluable insights into what it takes to market a regulated investment crowdfunding campaign successfully.
One key takeaway from our discussion is how critical it is to drive enough traffic to your campaign page. Jason pointed out that many founders believe that simply launching their offering will magically bring investors to their door. The truth, as he explained, is far from that. "You probably need 50,000 visitors per million dollars raised on a Reg CF," Jason said, emphas...more
CfPA Regulated Investment Crowdfunding and Leadership Summit 2024 - Detailed Agenda
Day 1 (10/22: Tues.) : Advocacy Visits & Pre-event Reception
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10:00 AM - 5:30 Advocacy Meetings
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Capitol Hill + Regulator visits CfPA members registered for the Summit may be eligible to attend some of the advocacy meetings. |
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5:30-8:00 PM Cocktail Reception |
Sunset Cocktail Reception Top of the Town - Top Floor and Rooftop (1400 14th Street North, Arlington, VA) (Streaming Music by DJ Scott McIntyre)
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Day 2 (10/23: Wed.) : Conference and Summit
Venue: Top of the Town (Top Floor 1400 14th Street North, Arlington, VA)
“One of the most magnificent views in Washington”
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Announcement: CfPA Industry Awards Ceremony (Industry Summit 10/23/2024)
We are excited to announce the CfPA Industry Awards Ceremony, which will take place during the CfPA Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit on October 23, 2024, in Washington, D.C. This prestigious event will celebrate the brightest minds and most innovative projects in the regulated investment crowdfunding industry.
Join us as we honor excellence across five key award categories:
- The Rocket Launch Award: From Zero to $4.5 Million (in 180 Days or Less) – Celebrating an explosive Reg CF debut that demonstrates rapid success and momentum.
- The Cool Innovator Award: Honoring groundbreaking first-of-a-kind (FOAK) or eco-friendly projects that set a new standard for sustainability and a greener planet (Reg CF or Reg A).
- The Trailblazer Award: Recognizing pioneers in crowdfunding infrastructure development who are paving the way for the future of Reg CF and Reg A.
- The CfPA Pay it Forward Award: Celebrating a CfPA member or partner who embodies the spirit of generosity and leadershi
Unlocking Community Support for Climate Tech Infrastructure Projects Through Regulated Investment Crowdfunding and Lessons of Community Ownership from Germany and Denmark
Crowdfund Holdings Innovators (CHI)
Infrastructure development in the United States, particularly in climate tech sectors like wind farms, solar plants, waste-to-energy facilities, or other First of a Kind (FOAK) projects, frequently faces substantial local opposition. This resistance, commonly referred to as "Not In My Backyard" (NIMBY), is driven by concerns over environmental impact, property values, and disruptions to daily life. The resulting delays not only stall project timelines but also threaten the U.S.'s ability to meet crucial climate goals. Slowing the growth of renewable energy projects undermines efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to a sustainable energy system.
However, countries like Germany and Denmark have demonstrated an effective solution: community ownership. By allowing local residents to invest directly in infrastructure projects, these nations have transformed NIMBY-driven opposition into widespread support. In the U.S., regulated investment crowdfunding (Reg CF and Reg A) presents...more
Meet The Member Interview Series: A Conversation with Paul Lovejoy
As a venue for industry networking, the Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA) occasionally highlights the participation or biography of our association members. CfPA membership is designed to be inclusive and open to individuals and organizations sharing a professional interest in the field of Regulated Investment Crowdfunding.
Interview With Paul Lovejoy
CfPA: Can you tell us a little about your background and your interest in the field of regulated investment crowdfunding?
Paul: I was a defrauded investor in 2008 and became deeply concerned about concentrations of wealth and too-big-to-fail banks. Seeking answers, I volunteered for the Obama campaign in Florida and became enmeshed in politics to try and understand how we got too big to fail banks and a financial crisis. However, by 2016 blame, gridlock and lobbyists eventually drove me out of engaging in politics any further.
