Taking action in our community
We actively engage in the communities that we serve. We welcome the opportunity to share insights on who we are and our work to increase access to capital for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Hill Capital hosts events, sponsors entrepreneurial events, and gives talks to civic organizations, business owner / peer advisory groups on topics around entrepreneurial finance, cash management, valuation, advisory boards and capitalization strategies. A keynote favorite appropriate for diverse audiences is “Emotion and Money”. This is a link to a highlight video.
Contact us at 651-452-8448 if you would like us to speak at your upcoming event. See below for organizations we have partnered with to support entrepreneurs in our region.
Recent News
VisionOne Unstoppable - Embracing Discomfort for Growth
October 9, 2024
In this episode of Unstoppable, we dive into the transformative power of embracing discomfort with entrepreneur, Patrick Donohue. Joined by VisionOne's Michelle Bonahoom, Tyler Bonahoom, and Lori Moen. Patrick shares his personal journey of mindset shifts, from overcoming self-doubt to completing his first marathon. Tune in to hear Patrick's insights on the importance of leaning into discomfort, building support systems, and continuously challenging oneself in both business and personal growth. Learn how these principles have shaped Patrick’s success and how they can inspire you to unlock your full potential
Profit Answer Man - Breakout Valuation
October 6, 2024
In this conversation, Rocky Lalvani and Patrick Donohue discuss the importance of profitability and cash management for entrepreneurs.
Business Mastery - What Investors Look For In A Business
September 9, 2024
In this engaging conversation, Patrick Donohue shares his insights into what investors seek in businesses. He discusses the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of passion over short-term profit
Entrepreneurs United - Vision to Valuation
August 30 2024
In this episode, Patrick Donohue discusses his book, 'Breakout Valuation,' emphasizing the importance of mindset, vision, and cash management. Patrick outlines his experiences and offers practical advice for entrepreneurs on achieving breakout valuation, balancing control, and leveraging effective community support.
Propelling Your Company's Value to New Heights - The Faces of Business
June 18, 2024
Listen to Patrick Donohue, Managing Partner & CEO, Hill Capital Corporation, as he shares strategies he sees implemented that are significantly increasing company values.
The Insight Interviews
March 28, 2024
Listen to guest Patrick Donouhue on The Insight Interviews. Each week with The Insight Interviews, we’ll unpack the experiences of unique business leaders, high-capacity sales professionals and standout thought leaders to explore what they have learned along their road to success in order to open the door to insights you can use to achieve your own.
Business Lending, Tax Credits & More with Patrick Donohue
March 10, 2024
Listen to Thomas Bennett, and guest Patrick Donouhue explore creative strategies and innovative approaches that have propelled small businesses to new heights. Discover the business lending, tax credits, and more here.
Authentic Business Adventures
February 7, 2024
Legacy Wealth Code
December 15, 2023
How to Scale a Business Properly
December 1, 2023
Listen to Patrick talk about how Hill Capital invests in local businesses and shows them how to level up, the right way.
Key Qualities a VC looks For
September 12, 2023
Listen to Patrick talk about the Key Qualities a VC looks for. In this episode, he talks about what he looks for in founders, what he looks for with companies, and how his firm structures its deals differently than traditional VC firms.
How to Build a Valuable Business
January 25, 2023
Patrick Donohue is an entrepreneur and valuation expert who got his start with a lemonade stand at age four and buying shares of Coca-Cola at age ten. As an investor, stock analyst, and advisor to numerous entrepreneurial ventures, he offers unique insights into the dynamics of money and business. Listen here.
The Secrets Behind Building Value-Based Businesses
January 10, 2023
The definition of value creation is giving something valuable to receive something else that’s more valuable to you. In today’s fast-paced economy, every business owner should strive to make their company as valuable as possible, and optimize wherever they can to provide value. Listen here.
How to Finance Your Future Today
December 20, 2022
On this episode, Ami Kassar interviews Patrick Donohue, founder of Hill Capital Corporation, about his book, Breakout Valuation, and his key lessons for entrepreneurs. Listen here.
Increase Your Startup’s Valuation
December 2, 2022
Patrick Donohue is the author of the new book, "Breakout Valuation." It was published by Houndstooth Press on Sept. 20, 2022.
Patrick Donohue talks with Josh Becerra from Augarian about growth capital and capital formation.
Hill Capital was included within the Tech.MN Ultimate Guide to MN Venture Capital.
Patrick and Nick joined Ryan on the Intentional Growth Podcast to dive deeply into “the capital gap”, why companies hit a ceiling for growth, and how to find the right source of capital to grow the value of a business.
Ecosystem North shines a spotlight on the people and organizations that support our region’s entrepreneurs, uncovering the real story of what inspires and drives them to be entrepreneurial champions.
Patrick Donohue was a featured presenter for a webinar sponsored by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce to help small businesses understand financing solutions to help navigate COVID-19.
Hill Capital Corporation sponsored the Business Town Hall in Fargo / Moorhead region
Leaders from Faribault Woolen Mill Co., Climate Makers and Hill Capital discuss the challenges and successes of middle market companies.
Workshop: Raising capital, Finding financing
A lot of alternatives exist between equity and debt.
Patrick Donohue discusses the financing options Hill Capital Corporation offers small businesses and entrepreneurs to help them grow.
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