Companies offering numerous online collaborations and, according to Kenny Slaught, more workflow automation are rising quickly, largely because of their ability to provide prompt access to accurate and concise data and information. New intuitive software and mobile apps, Slaught says, gives investors and builders a greater selection of lending and borrowing opportunities across a variety of real estate asset classes and locations. After only a few years in the market, crowdfunding portals have rapidly funded over 150 startups in the US, in the real estate sector. Today, nearly 7% of the U.S population is an accredited investor, and in a densely populated setting like Southern California, that number reaches 20%. Software platforms, such as CrowdEngine, RealtyShares, CrowdForce, among others, make it plausible to legally raise money from the general public, with some going as far as attracting 90% of equity needs through these community contributions.

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Amidst the rising use and overarching contribution of modern technologies across human life and activities, California-based entrepreneur, Kenny Slaught, appreciates the value of groundbreaking innovations in real estate. He discusses technological advances which have brought America’s property industry into the modern age, making the sector both more efficient and profitable. For the public, Slaught further highlights the role of technologies in the housing industry via his blog at KennySlaught.com.

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Kenny Slaught discusses that the Grand Challenges Explorations (GCE) funds individuals worldwide to explore ideas that can break the mold in how the humanity approaches persistent global health and development challenges. GCE is a $100 million initiative funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and was launched in 2008. More than 1,186 projects in over 61 countries have received GCE grants. Anyone from any organization can apply for the GCE grant program. The quick two-page online application requires no preliminary data. Initial grants of $100,000 are awarded two times a year. Successful applicants will have the ability to receive a follow-on grant of up to $1 million.

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As humanity recognizes the role of research and advancement in improving global health care and human wellbeing, renowned California entrepreneur, Kenny Slaught, acknowledges the importance of scientific innovations in addressing global development needs. Having taken a degree in business and economics from the University of California, Santa Barbara, he has been on the UCSB Foundation Board of Trustees since 1996. Slaught recently honored the University via his blog at KennySlaught.com, as the notable institution was announced the Grand Challenges Explorations grant winner in May.

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The Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation in 2015 supported the Girls Rock Santa Barbara initiative. Believing that music is a means to empower young women, Kenny Slaught understands this organization creates a supportive environment that fosters the development of self-confidence and creativity in youth. As part of the program, girls receive music lessons, engage in workshops, and perform live. They are encouraged to challenge typical gender stereotypes, collaborate amongst themselves, and learn tolerance. As such, Girls Rock Santa Barbara represents the Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation’s emphasis on keeping music and the arts accessible to all.

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