In this episode of the DO GOOD X podcast, hosts Kimberly Daniel and Stephen Lewis welcome Dar’shun Kendrick, attorney and founder of Kairos Capital Legal Advisors, for a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship, raising capital, and business law. Dar’shun shares the pivotal experiences that have shaped her career and offers crucial advice on when entrepreneurs should seek legal counsel and what to look for in a law firm. She also discusses her ambitious goal of creating 100 new millionaires by 2032 and the common mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to raise capital. Kimberly and Stephen reflect on the powerful takeaways from the conversation and encourage listeners to explore resources at DO GOOD X. Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Discover expert tips on funding, networking, and strategic growth—tune in to this episode today!

IN THIS EPISODE:

• (03:51) Dar’shun’s experiences that informed her career choices and she shares when to seek legal counsel
• (06:30) What to look for in a law firm and creating 100 new millionaires by 2032
• (09:38) Common mistakes that entrepreneurs make when trying to raise capital
• (15:00) Dar’shun discusses how she balances her schedule and the tools she recommends to an entrepreneur, and advice she gives to early stage startups
• (29:10) Kimberly and Stephen discuss the inspiration they received from this podcast and refer listeners to Head to DO GOOD X to explore resources

• Entrepreneurs should engage an attorney as early as possible to avoid costly legal and financial mistakes. Whether raising capital or structuring a business, having the right legal and financial team in place is an investment that pays off.
• Many entrepreneurs struggle with securing funding because they lack the right team, get impatient, or fail to leverage their existing networks. Building a solid support system, understanding that capital raising is a marathon, and using personal and professional connections strategically can significantly increase the chances of success.
• Under-resourced entrepreneurs should partner with aligned organizations to avoid reinventing the wheel. Mission-driven entrepreneurs should focus on building a supportive community that can evolve, making it easier to raise capital and grow their ventures.

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GUEST BIO:

Dar'shun Kendrick is the visionary behind Kairos Capital Legal Advisors, LLC, a pioneering corporate securities and investment advisory firm providing a comprehensive suite of capital market services. As your all-in-one resource, we offer expert legal counsel, tailored business coaching, investment strategies, and dynamic speaking engagements and training sessions. Dar’shun has facilitated the raising of BILLIONS in private investment funds, specializing in private offerings, venture capital, syndications, private equity, and mergers and acquisitions. Our commitment is to deliver personalized, comprehensive services empowering you to focus on growing your business and leaving all the regulations and paperwork to us.

With dual bachelor's degrees from Oglethorpe University (2004), a juris doctorate from the University of Georgia (2007), and a Master of Business Administration from Kennesaw State (2011), Dar'shun Kendrick is uniquely positioned at the intersection of law, finance and business. She also holds series 65 FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) license as a registered investment adviser representative in Georgia and serves as a non-public arbitrator for FINRA, resolving disputes between investors and companies nationwide.

A respected thought leader, Dar'shun Kendrick conducts training sessions for prominent non-profit and for-profit organizations, empowering them to attract capital effectively. Renowned for her energetic presentations and specific expertise and knowledge, she has delivered inspiring speeches at university commencements, corporate gatherings, and curated events for entrepreneurs and organizations throughout the nation.

Dar’shun is also committed to community activism with a mission of helping to create 100 new millionaires by 2032. Dar’shun spearheads a dynamic Millionaire Mastermind group with four (4) other individuals and founded the "Friends of Financial Freedom" Facebook community, engaging over 3,000 members in pursuits of financial literacy and entrepreneurship. She is also the author of her 2nd book “Closer to a Yes: The Founder’s Guide to Getting Noticed By Investors” which is available on Amazon and her website. In addition to her professional roles, Dar'shun has been serving as a distinguished member of the Georgia House of Representatives since 2010, championing a variety of issues. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.