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The portfolio itself is being quietly re-imagined by an ongoing fundamental shift in the investing world. Previously, everyday investors were shut out from the $4.83 trillion private equity markets5. Now? That’s all changing, and StartEngine, the company leading the charge in democratizing access to the private markets, just clocked $30 million in Q1 revenue2 — a staggering 3x increase year-over-year.
This isn’t just a win for StartEngine — it’s a wake-up call for investors1. StartEngine is currently open for anyone to invest and be a part of this growth, but only till June 26th. And once it’s closed, it’s closed, and the chance to invest in this round is gone.
Access to Pre-IPO Giants—Without the Billionaire Barrier1
For decades, the world of pre-IPO investing was walled off, accessible only to venture capitalists and institutional money. StartEngine is flipping that script. Through its platform, accredited investors can gain exposure to some of the most coveted private companies — including OpenAI, Perplexity, and Databricks — without needing to write multi-million dollar checks.
And for those Investors looking for a more diversified approach, investing in StartEngine itself means exposure to these names through StartEngine’s 20% carried interest for funds raised on their platform3. Looking to learn more? Click here to explore investing in StartEngine.
Final Weeks to Invest—Offer Ends June 26
Investor reception to StartEngine and the democratization of the private markets has been strong. Over 45,000 everyday investors have invested +$84 million1 in making this vision a reality. Investors want access to the private markets, and StartEngine is a leading platform making that happen and growing fast. Why not own the upside of this growing market and get equity in StartEngine itself4? Click here to learn more about investing in StartEngine.
The private market revolution is happening now — and StartEngine is at the forefront. With record-setting revenue, profitability, and access to VC-backed names that most investors only dream about, the window of opportunity is still open… for now. Their round closes June 26, and then it’s gone. Click here to get equity in StartEngine.
1. The underlying companies held by StartEngine Private Funds LLC, and StartEngine Private LLC (together, “StartEngine Private”) are not participating or involved in the offering. The availability of company information does not indicate that the company has endorsed, supports or otherwise participates with StartEngine Private or any of its affiliates. StartEngine Crowdfunding LLC purchases shares from current and former employees, early investors, and advisors of the companies and sells the shares to StartEngine Private for each offering. When you make an investment in a company on StartEngine Private, you are purchasing an interest in a series of StartEngine Private Funds LLC or StartEngine Private LLC, each a Delaware limited liability company (together the “Series LLCs”), which were created to hold shares of privately held companies. An investor will not directly own or hold shares of the private company but instead will own member interests in a series of the Series LLCs, which either directly or indirectly, will hold shares in the company. There may not be a one-to-one economic parity on the value of the Series LLCs interests and the underlying shares. This is offered only to accredited investors per regulation D rules.
2. Based on our Q1 2025 Form 10-Q. This revenue growth has been driven by StartEngine Private, a new product line that offers funds in late stage companies. This product line has driven over $24.6 million of the $30 million in revenue from Q1 2025. To understand the impact on margins, see financials.
3. StartEngine receives a small percentage of equity in fees from many of our crowdfunding offerings, and 20% carried interest in some of our Private pre-IPO offerings. Fees are subject to change. There is no guarantee that the 20% carried interest or equity received as compensation will have value, that they will generate income for StartEngine, or that StartEngine will be profitable.
4. This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Crowdfunding, Inc. No broker-dealer or intermediary involved in offering. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. For more information, please see the most recent Offering Circular and Supplements and Risks related to this offering. In addition, as described in the Offering Circular, the Company retains the right to continue the offering beyond the Termination Date, in its sole discretion.
5. Source: “Private Markets – A Growing, Alternative Asset Class,” S&P Global, 2023.
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