Charlotte Angel Connection Episode 144: Ernest Eich, Founder of Shandoka

Today we welcome Ernest Eich to the podcast. Ernest is the founder and CEO of Shandoka, an electric motorcycle company. Ernest began developing his electric motorcycle concept in 2012, performing custom carpentry during the day to bootstrap research, development, and early tinkering. Today, having received a utility patent in late 2022, Shandoka is successfully into a $12M fundraise and is opening a manufacturing facility in South Carolina. We cover several steps along Shandoka’s journey with Ernest, including… Meeting dozens of famous inventors during his time in Colorado The pros and cons of living in an ecosystem not known for CleanTech Why CleanTechs play a major role in advancing developing countries’ public health Unique challenges (and opportunities) presented by running a global hardware company Playing into the tailwinds of global interest in reducing carbon emissions …as well as what’s next for Shandoka in 2023, and more. Please enjoy this conversation with Ernest Eich.   William Bissett is the owner of and an Investment Advisor Representative of Portus Wealth Advisors, a Registered Investment Adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Portus Wealth Advisors. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.    Portus Wealth Advisors does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.   Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under applicable state and federal regulation or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests. Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.