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Welcome to the latest edition of "The Investment Exchange," your premier source for mergers & acquisitions, investment and personal growth insights. In this issue, we bring you the latest deals and opportunities plus introduce some of the podcasters, influencers and content creators that are shaping the investment landscape.  

Contents

1. Weekly Update - Two Weeks, Two Incredible Markets: Ethiopia & Dubai

2. Current Investment Opportunities - The Greenest Way to Cook: Zero-Emission Solutions for Africa

3. Expert Corner - Scale Up with Nick Bradley

4. Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements - 🚀 Level Up with Ascend – Join the Community Driving 7-Figure Growth

5. Bonus TRT Protocols with Dr Max Draper, Dr Andrew Winge & Dr Adam Hotchkiss

How 433 Investors Unlocked 400X Return Potential

Institutional investors back startups to unlock outsized returns. Regular investors have to wait. But not anymore. Thanks to regulatory updates, some companies are doing things differently.

Take Revolut. In 2016, 433 regular people invested an average of $2,730. Today? They got a 400X buyout offer from the company, as Revolut’s valuation increased 89,900% in the same timeframe.

No wonder 10K+ everyday people are taking the chance on Pacaso.

Founded by a former Zillow exec, Pacaso’s co-ownership tech reshapes the $1.3T vacation home market. They’ve earned $110M+ in gross profit to date, including 41% YoY growth in 2024 alone. They even reserved the Nasdaq ticker PCSO.

The same institutional investors behind Uber, Venmo, and eBay backed Pacaso. And you can join them. But not for long. Pacaso’s investment opportunity ends September 18.

Invest While You Still Can

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Section 1 - Two Weeks, Two Incredible Markets: Ethiopia & Dubai

The last two weeks have been nothing short of exhilarating. From the vibrant opportunities in Ethiopia to the fast-paced energy of Dubai, the team and I have been deep in action—exploring deals, meeting incredible entrepreneurs, and uncovering investment opportunities that span industries and borders.

In Ethiopia, we were inspired by the scale of opportunity and the passion of local business owners across healthcare, nutrition, and energy. We explored collaborations that could transform lives, create sustainable growth, and bring real impact to the continent.

Then it was off to Dubai, where the focus shifted to strategic partnerships and healthcare acquisitions. We connected with key players, discussed capital deployment, market expansion, and creative deal structures, and deepened relationships with investors and entrepreneurs driving real change in the region.

Across both markets, it’s been about building bridges, uncovering untapped potential, and staying ahead of the curve—creating profitable, scalable, and sustainable businesses that make a difference.

Stay tuned—this newsletter also dives into some exciting upcoming investment opportunities and insights from deals in both regions.

If you’re an investor, strategic partner, or founder exploring an exit, now is a great time to connect. We’ve got exciting projects at Balmoral Partners and Ascend³ from healthcare to high-growth roll-ups and we’re always looking for the right people to join us on the journey.

P.S. Want to explore a fit? Book a quick 20-min call here: https://calendly.com/the_scale_pyramid/30min

Section 2 - The Greenest Way to Cook: Zero-Emission Solutions for Africa

Across Sub-Saharan Africa, over 80% of households still rely on biomass—wood, animal dung, or charcoal—for daily cooking. The consequences are staggering:

• Health hazards: Smoke from biomass contributes to over 4 million deaths annually.

• Environmental damage: Deforestation and carbon emissions are accelerating climate change.

• Time & labor: Women and children spend hours collecting firewood, lost time that could go to education or productivity.

• Economic strain: Families pour a significant part of their income into inefficient fuels like LPG or kerosene.

Enter the Kinetic7 Portable Stove: a clean, efficient, and revolutionary solution.

✅ Fuel-Free, CO2-Free Cooking – Just add water. The stove produces Hydrogen (HHO) on-site, powered by a solar-charged battery.
✅ Eco-Friendly – Eliminates biomass use, cuts emissions, and protects forests.
✅ Economic Efficiency – No recurring fuel costs; households save money every meal.
✅ Healthier Homes – Clean-burning hydrogen means no more toxic smoke.
✅ Safe & Reliable – Consistent cooking performance anytime, anywhere.

Aligned with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, Kinetic7 empowers families, protects the environment, and transforms everyday cooking into a step towards a greener tomorrow.

💡 Invest in the Future of Clean Cooking

I’ve known the founder and inventor of Kinetic7 for many years—we’re not just partners in innovation, but also fellow Knights of Jerusalem, sharing a commitment to impact and legacy.

Now, there’s an opportunity to get involved with Kinetic7 and Balmoral Partners and help bring this life-changing, zero-emission cooking technology to millions across Africa.

📩 DM me to learn how you can invest, make a difference, and be part of this transformative journey.

Section 3 - Expert Corner: Nick Bradley

I had a fantastic lunch with Nick Bradley this week in Dubai so it seems fitting to feature him in this weeks Expert Corner Section

Section 4 - Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements: 🚀 Level Up with Ascend – Join the Community Driving 7-Figure Growth

This week, two new members joined Ascend, taking their businesses to the next level with access to my personal network, proven frameworks, and strategic mentorship.

Ascend isn’t just another mastermind—it’s a 12-month, high-performance ecosystem designed for entrepreneurs who want to:

✅ Scale through strategic partnerships, M&A, and capital raising
✅ Build a business that runs without burning you out
✅ Protect time, health, and family life while growing wealth
✅ Gain exclusive access to weekly Zooms, quarterly in-person events, and monthly guest speakers

Whether you’re looking to acquire, scale, or transform your business, Ascend gives you the tools, guidance, and community to make it happen faster and smarter.

💡 Applications are open—DM me today to see if Ascend is the right fit and take the first step toward scaling with certainty.

Have a great day

Ross

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Bonus Section 5

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Happy investing!

Ross and The Investment Exchange Team

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