Welcome to episode #206 of Stock Club, presented by MyWallSt. In today’s episode, we delve deep into the world of private market investments with Scott Ashmore and Rob Halligan, co-founders of PitchedIt.  The discussion opens with an overview of the untapped potential within private equity, real estate, and private credit, revealing how these assets can diversify portfolios and potentially lead to substantial returns. The conversation then transitions to an exploration of different stages of startup funding—from pre-seed to IPO—offering listeners a rare glimpse into the early and growth stages of startup development. We explore the transformative impact of technology on investing, emphasising how platforms like PitchdIt are making private market investments accessible to a broader audience, thereby democratising a previously exclusive sector. We also touch on the strategic advantages of investing in emerging markets and sectors such as AI and healthcare, dissecting the trends and opportunities that lie ahead. Don't forget to subscribe for your regular insights into investing, innovation, and the strategies that are reshaping the landscape of finance! This episode is sponsored by Vodafone Business. Vodafone Business continues to support Irish SMEs and are here to help you achieve your business goals. With this in mind, Vodafone’s V-Hub Digital Advice and support platform offers free, one-to-one digital advice tailored to your business. Whether you want to grow your online presence, explore best cybersecurity practices, get tips for social media or discuss collaboration tools for your business, our V-Hub experts are here to help. Book a free call today: https://v-hub.vodafone.ie/ Become a successful investor by checking out all the content MyWallSt has to offer: 📚 Learn the fundamentals of investing by downloading our free Learn app: https://bit.ly/3DXPOz7 💻 Keep updated on stock market news by visiting our blog: https://mywallst.com/blog/ 🎧 Tune in to our podcast Stock Club to stay updated on weekly news: https://mywallst.com/stock-investment-podcast/ 🎉 Follow MyWallSt on social: 🐦 Twitter: @MyWallSt  💃 TikTok: @MyWallSt  📸 Instagram: @MyWallSt 🖥️ Facebook: @MyWallSt  👔 LinkedIn: MyWallSt (00:00) Preview and Introduction  (02:18) Stages of Funding Lifecycle (06:27) Paul Graham and Y Combinator’s Impact (08:42) Potential Investment Targets and AI’s Role (13:52) Liquidity and Investment Duration in Private Markets (19:06) PitchedIt’s Upcoming Launch and Goals  (23:10) What Makes PitchedIt Different? (26:37) Regulations and Accessibility for American Investors  (29:37) PitchedIt Perspective: Where Should You Invest Next? (33:48) Stock Club Sneak Peek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.