McGinnis: Ipsy is his top angel investment, followed by Bluesmart and Afiniti
Patrick McGinnis · 638: Alternative Investment Ideas, His Book Deal Included 10% Royalty, $100k Advance from Entrepreneur Patrick McGinnis · Apr 23, 2017 · at 7:52
Angel investor and author Patrick McGinnis responds to Nathan Latka asking about his highest-performing portfolio startup returns on paper.
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“It is, although I have two that are that are close behind.”
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