TVS 034 - Investing in Royalties from Music Artists (Royalty Exchange) - The Vampire Squid

Really excited for this episode as we explore a completely new investment vehicle, investing in royalties from music artists! I bring on Jeff Schneider, the CFO from Royalty Exchange , to share his path to becoming a CFO and insights into how the investment structure at Royalty Exchange works. Some of the artists that have used Royalty Exchange as a platform have included the artist who created the theme song for Dora the Explorer, music for Dumb and Dumber, and a Barry White Song!

Jeff’s experience going directly from undergrad to MBA without any work experience
1. Interviewing for jobs when you have less experience
2. What he changed from going from no job offers to four job offers
What it was like working with James Altucher (one of the people who inspired me to create a podcast!)!
Jeff’s experience helping create “Early to Rise”
1. Helping people live better and more intentional lives
How Jeff has deleted all social media off of his mobile device
How did all of Jeff’s experience culminate into the CFO role at Royalty Exchange
What is Royalty Exchange? (10:36min)
1. Alternative Asset Marketplace
2. How Royalty Exchange helps fund artist’s careers
How to do your due diligence before investing into the catalog of royalties
Does emotional ties to the music skew investment decisions
1. How someone purchased the theme song to Dora the explorer!
What are the economics of investing on the Royalty Exchange platform?

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