Connecting Investors With Entrepreneurs

Innovation thrives when great ideas meet the capital and experience they need to grow. At Dearonne Bethea’s platform, we focus on connecting investors with entrepreneurs in a way that goes beyond just funding — it’s about building relationships that foster long-term success, mutual growth, and scalable ventures.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur with a bold vision or an investor searching for your next promising opportunity, this is where your journey aligns.

Why It Matters to Connect Investors with Entrepreneurs

The future of business depends on meaningful collaborations. When the right investor connects with the right founder, it leads to:
- Accelerated product development and market entry
- Access to strategic resources, mentorship, and industry insights
- Improved chances of funding rounds and business longevity
- Better alignment on mission, values, and long-term goals
By making these connections deliberate and effective, we reduce friction and maximize impact — for both sides.

Our Unique Approach to Connecting Entrepreneurs and Investors

We believe powerful connections don’t happen by chance. Here’s how we make it intentional:

1. 1. Curated Introductions
    We take time to understand each entrepreneur’s business model, funding needs, and growth potential. On the other side, we identify investors based on preferences like industry, stage, deal size, and involvement level.
  2. Founder-Investor Alignment
    Before any introductions are made, we ensure shared goals and synergy. This helps eliminate wasted time and builds trust from the start.
  3. Pitch Prep & Investor Readiness
    Entrepreneurs get hands-on coaching to refine their pitch decks, financials, and investor messaging. Investors receive profiles and due diligence insights that make decision-making easier.
  4. Warm, Supported Engagement
    Whether through virtual pitch rooms, networking events, or one-on-one meetings, our platform facilitates smooth communication and next steps with transparency and professionalism.

Ways We Help Connect Entrepreneurs with Investors

Community Networking Events
Investor Panels & Startup Spotlights
Startup Readiness Workshops
Investor Discovery Tools
Personalized Matchmaking Services

We’ve built a system that blends education, exposure, and engagement — so both entrepreneurs and investors can make confident, informed decisions.

Who Benefits from These Connections?

Entrepreneurs:

Access capital faster and more confidently
Gain insights and strategic support from experienced investors
Build credibility and visibility in their industry

Investors:

Discover high-potential startups before they scale
Collaborate with ambitious, coachable founders
Diversify portfolios with unique, curated opportunities

Let’s Build Better Business Together

At Dearonne Bethea, we don’t just connect people — we build ecosystems. Our mission is to empower founders and funders to succeed together, with a shared focus on growth, value, and legacy.

Ready to connect? Whether you’re an investor ready to discover new ventures or a founder looking to secure strategic funding, your next opportunity starts here.

👉 Join our network today and unlock tailored support to connect with the right people — at the right time.

connect@dearonnebethea.com

Retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CW4)

A retired Chief Warrant Officer 4, who found his path at 18 by enlisting in the military, Dearonne took his opportunity for a second chance out of poverty to change his life. Two deployments and 20 years of service later, he’s retired as of this May, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and growth.

CEO of Band of Brothers Investment Group (BOBIG)

In 2014 Dearonne Bethea took a chance and founded Band of Brothers Investment Group, a dynamic force driving his diverse portfolio of businesses, strategic investments, and a flourishing real estate empire. With visionary leadership and astute decision-making, he has cultivated an impressive legacy, forging a path of entrepreneurial success that continues to thrive under his guidance.

CEO of Luxury In Every Wave (LEW)

At the helm of Luxury in Every Wave, Dearonne, alongside his partner and wife, Pamela, serves as the CEO of a premier property management company. Their collective expertise ensures a seamless experience for both homeowners and renters, offering unparalleled service and optimal rates. With a commitment to excellence, they have transformed Luxury in Every Wave into a thriving venture that redefines luxury vacation accommodations.

CEO of Treazure Studios

Introducing Treazure Studios, the latest venture by Dearonne, poised to revolutionize the salon industry. Beyond hairstyling, Treazure Studios empowers contracted stylists with a unique focus on financial literacy through educational courses, exclusive investment opportunities and retirement account establishment, all aimed at fostering generational wealth. As anticipation mounts, we eagerly await the unveiling of this pioneering concept that promises to shape not the salon industry but also the future prosperity of those it touches.

Key Principal of Tri-City Equity Group

Occupying the pivotal role of Key Principal at Tri-City Equity Group, Dearonne embodies the essence of their investment endeavors, a venture birthed alongside his partner and fellow conference co-host, Vince Gethings. With an active role in identifying and evaluating promising real estate properties, as well as his own investments, Dearonne fuels the company’s growth trajectory, mirroring the same core tenets of financial enlightenment that are upheld at the Millionaire’s Mindset Blueprint Conference.

Entrepreneur 2023 SBA Veteran Owners of The Year

In a resounding testament to his entrepreneurial hustle and commitment to excellence, Dearonne Bethea emerged victorious as the recipient of the esteemed SBA Veteran Owned 2023 award for the state of Hawai’i. His relentless dedication and visionary leadership have propelled his businesses to remarkable heights, garnering recognition and acclaim within the community

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