The $1 Trillion Opportunity: Building Liquidity Through Innovation for Crowdfunding
Could secondary market liquidity unlock crowdfunding’s next growth phase? In this GECA Architects of Change panel, industry leaders explore how trust-first trading infrastructure, regulatory harmonization, and technology innovation can transform investor participation and capital velocity. Watch for actionable insights on valuation transparency, cross-border frameworks, and mainstream distribution strategies.
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Devin Thorpe — Moderator Founder of Superpowers for Good and CEO of SuperCrowd. A seasoned author and speaker focused on impact investing, social entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Devin has interviewed 1200+ thought leaders and innovators, organizing industry events and building global networks around positive change and accessible capital markets.
Chris Lustrino Founder and CEO of KingsCrowd, the leading data and analytics platform for equity crowdfunding. With deep expertise in investor behavior analysis and market transparency, Chris provides Morningstar-style insights for private markets, helping investors make informed decisions through comprehensive company ratings and market research.
Scott McIntyre Co-founder of WEconomy, Vice-Chair of the Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA) board, and GECA Steering Committee member. Scott champions trust, transparency, and investor protection in alternative finance while implementing equitable social and financial movements through innovative tools that establish thriving regional economies.
Nora Szeles Co-founder of TokePortal, one of Hungary’s first equity crowdfunding platforms with expanded presence in Malta. With a capital markets background as former derivative trader and fund manager, Nora brings practical insights on making liquidity solutions scalable and accessible for both entrepreneurs and retail investors.
Neera Patel Product Lead at Dacxi Chain, a technology company focused on enabling crowdfunding platforms to scale effectively across global markets. Neera specializes in frameworks that balance investor protection with innovation, working extensively on legal infrastructure requirements for global secondary market implementation.