Stock market enthusiast Sir Jack A Lot, known for parlaying a modest sum into millions through savvy investments, has launched a social media platform aimed at empowering everyday traders. His new startup, AfterHour, allows investors to share their positions and get feedback from others in a supportive, accountable community setting.
Through linking their brokerage accounts, AfterHour members can post their current investments. This fosters discussion while also ensuring recommendations are backed by real exposure, not just talk. Founder Kevin Xu notes transparency breeds trust, echoing why figures like himself and “Roaring Kitty” earned followings – their success stemmed from authentic engagement, not hollow hype.
Early signs bode well. AfterHour now hosts over 23,000 dedicated users, with 70% actively engaging daily. Xu emphasizes natural organic growth over manipulative notifications to compel returns. Its popularity indicates a continued appetite for diverse discussion spaces where retail can learn and prosper together.
Backing this vision, AfterHour recently closed a $4.5 million seed round led by Founders Fund, along with General Catalyst and Pear VC. The funds will expand the platform and team. Xu envisions AfterHour becoming a “one-stop-shop” for finance as offerings broaden over time.
For now, AfterHour satisfies the desire of many to partake in markets outside rigid hours. Its approach shows the untapped power of community when guided by proven wisdom, all while respecting personal discretion. With visionaries like Sir Jack A Lot at the helm, AfterHour seems well-positioned to level the playing field for everyday traders everywhere.