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Josh Wilson

Investment Banker at J.H. Darbie & Co.

Ocala, Florida

Overview 

Josh Wilson is a Deal Scout specializing in identifying micro-cap and growth companies for Family Offices and Institutional Investors, with a focus on companies looking to go public through IPOs and PIPEs. He has a background in Investment Banking and hosts multiple podcasts, showcasing his expertise in investment strategies and market insights. Highlights of Josh's career include his role as a Deal Scout for Family Offices and Institutional Investors, as well as his experience as an Investment Banker, demonstrating his ability to identify and secure investment opportunities while leveraging his financial expertise in various sectors.

Work Experience 

  • Executive Producer

    2025 - Current

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  • Podcast Host

    2025

    Welcome to The Investor Relations Podcast! This show dives deep into the world of capital markets, compliance, and investor communication. Designed for IR professionals, investment bankers, financial advisors, and corporate executives, we deliver insights to help you navigate today’s fast-paced financial landscape. Each episode features industry leaders sharing actionable strategies on: • IPOs, secondary offerings, and PIPEs. • Best practices for roadshows and SEC-compliant investor presentations. • Engaging retail and institutional investors while adhering to Reg FD. • The role of social media in investor relations—what’s allowed and what’s risky. • Managing earnings calls, forward-looking statements, and disclosures. • Handling shareholder activism and corporate governance challenges. If you’re preparing for a capital raise, leading investor communications, or ensuring compliance, this show provides real-world insights and valuable connections. Be a Guest! Are you an IR professional, guiding a company through an IPO, or navigating compliance in capital markets? Join us to showcase your expertise, expand your network, and contribute to the conversation. Who Should Tune In? • IR professionals & executives shaping investor communications. • CFOs & CEOs leading capital strategy and market engagement. • Compliance officers & securities attorneys ensuring regulatory adherence. • Investment bankers & advisors structuring deals and investor messaging. • Fund managers & analysts tracking company performance and strategy. • Board members influencing governance and investor relations. • Private equity & VC professionals preparing portfolio companies for public markets.

  • Domain Owner

    2020

    We are the proud owners of the domain SpecialPurposeAcquisitionCompany.Com and are seeking ideas and insights to maximize its potential. Our team is exploring various options, including partnering with software providers to offer up-to-date SPAC information as a subscription service, launching a podcast or YouTube channel, or maybe develop into something else. We’d love to hear your thoughts—what could or should we do with this domain? For those unfamiliar, a SPAC (Special Purpose Acquisition Company) is a publicly traded entity created to acquire or merge with an existing private company, taking it public without a traditional IPO. The process typically involves three key steps: 1) the SPAC raises capital through an IPO, led by sponsors (often experienced investors or industry experts); 2) it searches for a target company to acquire, involving due diligence and negotiations; and 3) it completes the merger, allowing the target to go public. Key players include sponsors, institutional investors, legal and financial advisors, and the target company’s leadership. What ideas do you have to make specialpurposeacquisitioncompany.com a go-to resource or platform? Send me a direct message to share your ideas.

  • Podcast Host / Founder / CEO

    2023

    Our 2024 Goal is to help 100 mission driven podcasters monetize and grow their show. Podcast Hosts Only This is a community of podcasters sharing knowledge, guests, content, and deals.

  • Registered Investment Banking Representative

    2024 - 2025

    At Craft Capital Management LLC, we offer a comprehensive range of investment banking services and corporate consulting tailored to meet the unique financial needs of our clients. With extensive experience in both private and public markets, our investment banking and capital markets team specializes in creating structured solutions that drive value and growth. Our Services Include: • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) • Secondary and Follow-on Offerings • PIPEs (Private Investment in Public Equity) • Registered Direct Offerings • Bridge Financing • Private Placements • At-the-Market Offerings • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) • Shelf Registration • Convertible Debt • Debt Offerings • Advisory Services • Business Plans, Company Decks, and Tear Sheets We focus on raising capital for lower middle-market companies through our robust retail channels. Unlike a “one size fits all” approach, we take pride in structuring deals designed to maximize a company’s value and meet their unique goals. Let me know some of your availability to schedule an introductory meeting to discuss your company’s vision and explore how we can craft can help support your specific needs.

  • Podcast Host

    2021 - 2025

    Explore the Art of Deal-Making with The Deal Scout Podcast Are you intrigued by the world of investment, business acquisitions, or commercial real estate? "The Deal Scout" is your go-to podcast for an insider's view into the high-stakes realm of deal-making. Join our host, Josh, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over two decades of experience in crafting impactful deals across various sectors. Each episode of "The Deal Scout" offers you a front-row seat to in-depth interviews with seasoned dealmakers. Learn from their successes, understand their approaches, and avoid common pitfalls they've encountered. Our conversations aren't just theoretical; they're practical insights from those actively shaping the industry. Whether you're an aspiring investor, an entrepreneur seeking to expand, or simply curious about the mechanics of high-level deal-making, this podcast is your guide. We cover a spectrum of topics, including venture capital, private equity, real estate investments, startup dynamics, and even emerging trends like real estate NFTs and SPACs. Key Topics We Dive Into: Venture Capital and Private Equity: Myths and Realities. Angel Investors vs. Venture Capitalists: Understanding the Differences. Strategies for Commercial Real Estate Investing The Dos and Don'ts of Startup Investment: Lessons from the Field. Understanding and Navigating Hedge Fund Investments: A Beginner's Guide. The Intricacies of Acquisitions and Selling Businesses: A Closer Look. Initial Public Offerings (IPOs): The Journey from Private to Public. SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies): The New Wave of Investment. https://www.thedealscout.com/

  • Executive Producer

    2024 - 2025

    As the Executive Producer of Capitalist Culture, we spearhead the creation and delivery of a podcast that delves into the essence of what drives our economy—free-market enterprise, entrepreneurship, and the freedom to innovate and build. We oversee all aspects of production, from development and guest relations to content creation and monetization. Our goal is to ensure each series not only informs but inspires our audience by showcasing the stories and insights of the most innovative and successful investors and entrepreneurs. Key Responsibilities: - Business Management: Overseeing the business aspects of production, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and effective operations. - Monetization Strategies: Developing and implementing monetization strategies in collaboration with strategic sponsors and partners, driving revenue growth and ensuring the podcast's financial sustainability. - Community Building: Fostering a community of thinkers, dreamers, and doers who share a passion for the transformative power of the free-market system. - Content Development: Crafting compelling episode narratives that highlight the journey of entrepreneurs and investors, focusing on their strategies, challenges, and successes. - Guest Relations: Identifying and engaging with high-profile guests who exemplify the spirit of profit and progress, ensuring a diverse and insightful range of perspectives. - Production Oversight: Managing the technical and creative aspects of podcast production, including recording, editing, and publishing episodes to maintain the highest quality standards. Through Capitalist Culture, we are dedicated to celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit that fuels our economy and highlighting the values of success and sustainability. Join us as we explore the stories behind the success, the strategies that drive growth, and the commitment to values that build lasting legacies.

  • Registered Investment Banking Representative

    2024 - 2024

  • Executive Producer / Podcast Host

    2024 - 2024

    America was founded on Entrepreneurial principles, and our Constitution, crafted by entrepreneurs, is the business plan for the United States success. Unfortunately many of our elected officials have never owned a business and the more we deviate from these principles the more dysfunctional America becomes. This podcast explores entrepreneurial principles from the lens of what makes America great! Those wanting to take their life and business to the next level will learn new ideas and best practices through interviews of successful entrepreneurs, influencers and elected officials who share common values. What is a Constitutional Entrepreneur? A constitutional entrepreneur believes that entrepreneurial and Godly principles are foundational to the success of the United States. Thus by growing and fostering entrepreneurism in the United States you strengthen the fabric of who we are. Solutions to much of America’s problems are processed through this belief system. About The Host Ryan Chamberlin is an author, speaker, and successful businessman turned political advocate. For 25 years he built and consulted in the affiliate, direct sales, and relationship marketing industry. He is a best selling author of 5 books with a focus on leadership development, growth strategies, and team building and in 2023 he was elected to the Florida House of Representative. He lives in central Florida with his wife of 30 years and 4 adult children. Conclusion: Let’s face it: our government is bankrupt. If it were a business, it would be out of business. We need to run our government like a business, with checks, balances, and accountability. Unlike businesses, our government can print unlimited money to stay afloat. It's time to return to the constitutional entrepreneurial principles the United States was founded on.

  • Capital Market Manager

    2024 - 2024

    Founded in 1999, Greentree Financial Group, Inc. is a family office with locations in Plantation, Florida and Cornelius, NC. Based on the belief that the U.S. capital markets are the best and most efficient in the world, Greentree leverages its expertise to assist high-growth companies in accessing the U.S. capital markets through a public listing. In addition to navigating clients through the complexities of a public listing, Greentree also assists numerous public companies with its ongoing periodic compliance filing needs. The partners at Greentree work to build a long-term growth strategy that is custom tailored to fit the client’s needs. Advisory Services - NASDAQ/NYSE listings - Uplistings to a Senior Exchange - Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPACs) - PIPE Funding Strategies - Debt Financing Strategies - Debt Restructuring Strategies - Quarterly Derivative Calculations - Variable Interest Entity Accounting - Income Tax Preparation - PCAOB Rules and Auditing Standards - Reverse Merger Accounting (Recapitalizations) - Financial Statements and Related Disclosures - Financial Reporting (Annual and Quarterly Reports) - Cash Flow Projections Consulting Services - Business Valuations - Business Plans - Mergers and Acquisitions - Due Diligence - SEC Disclosures - Regulation A Offering Circulars - State Blue Sky Applications - SOX Compliance - Corporate Policies and Procedures - 15c2-11 Disclosure Documentation - EDGAR Filings - S&P CUSIP’s

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