Darren Walker, founder of BEAN
Louisiana — Building Economic Advancement Network (BEAN) is aligning strategic investments, incentivized business transactions and cutting-edge technology to increase economic power in urban communities.Headquartered in Louisiana, BEAN is a rising social and economic network, which was founded by real estate investor, DIY Network television personality, and entrepreneur, Darren Walker, 33 of Belle Chasse, Louisiana. The company is scheduled to launch the intuitive BEAN app this coming fall, setting a precedent as the first social network dedicated to the economic advancement of urban communities by leveraging commerce and blockchain technology.
Demonstrating its commitment to this historic, economic empowerment movement, BEAN has set aside 16% of its shares for private investment. Now through December 31, 2018, individuals and investors can purchase BEAN shares with equity in accordance with the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission’s (SEC) rules under the Jobs ACT, Title III, Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg. CF).
BEAN is offering shares for a minimum investment of $250 and maximum investment of $107,000. Facilitating BEAN’s Reg. CF offering is truCrowd, a U.S. crowdfunding portal authorized by the SEC. For every investment during the initial Reg. CF offering, investors will also receive BEAN Coin tokens, which will be used as cryptocurrency on BEAN’s social network.
BEAN Founder Darren Walker said, “BEAN is at the forefront of an economic shift. We are leveraging resources, partnerships and investors from diverse backgrounds and demographics to drive economic advancement in urban communities. African Americans have the 16th largest buying power in the world and are major contributors to the United States GDP, yet so much of that economic power is not realized where it matters most—in African American neighborhoods. BEAN’s social network will counter that trend by connecting consumers and businesses in a manner that positively impacts urban communities.”
BEAN expects to facilitate $26 billion back into urban communities by using its platform to redirect a minimum of 2% of African American spending. Walker discusses BEAN here.
Vincent Petrescu, CEO of truCrowd said, “We are seeing the benefits that BEAN plans to bring to the community it serves, and we are thrilled to be part of this effort. I see BEAN as a solution for African Americans to use their financial power to change the status quo and enrich themselves and their communities in the process. BEAN’s platform of rewarding spending to encourage healthy economics is remarkable. We look forward to our role of hosting and facilitating the offering.”
To invest in BEAN during the Reg. CF offering period, visit www.trucrowd.com.
Learn more about BEAN at www.iambean.us.
ABOUT BUILDING ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT NETWORK CORPORATION (BEAN)
BEAN is a social network that is centered around economic advancement for urban communities. The platform allows users to easily connect with businesses and professionals from all over the world that are committed to making a positive economic impact in urban communities. BEAN’s intuitive app leverages the latest breakthroughs in blockchain technology, enabling users to monitor their daily economic impact, while earning BEAN coins for their transactions.
BEAN Founder and Visionary Darren Walker is an innovative Louisiana real estate investor who oversees a multi-million dollar portfolio. He recently starred in the DIY Network’s hit show, Louisiana Flip N Move, where he and his wife, Lucy, demonstrated their real estate and renovation prowess throughout Louisiana. In addition to real estate, Mr. Walker has garnered entrepreneurial success in the solar energy and fresh food industries.
BEAN Partner Derek Fitzpatrick is a designer, technology expert and application developer who has led multiple, award-winning studios as a creative director. His deep understanding of design and technology is at the forefront of BEAN’s intuitive platform. Mr. Fitzpatrick’s expertise in branding, 3D/2D, animation, motion graphics, visualization, architecture and industrial design has been instrumental in producing creative, animated and branding assets for major corporations, new products, business services and start-ups.
BEAN Partner Michael Long is a corporate attorney who has provided counsel to private businesses and firms throughout the D.C. area. Mr. Long specializes in corporate and securities law, venture capital, joint ventures, real estate development, debt, mergers and acquisitions, and various areas of corporate law. He also provides counsel and leadership on BEAN’s corporate and securities matters.
ABOUT TRUCROWD
truCrowd is an equity crowdfunding portal operating under federal Regulation Crowdfunding (Title III of Jobs Act). The company connects start-ups and emerging businesses with non-accredited and accredited investors.
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