From Visa to Venture: How Foreign Investors Enter and Succeed in the U.S.

Navigating Immigration, Investment, and Business Acquisition – with International Lawyer Lauren Cohen, Esq. and Business Broker Tom Crumpton, CCIM

You’ve got the capital. The dream. The ambition. But how do you legally enter the U.S. market as a foreign investor – and actually build a successful business or investment portfolio?

This exclusive three-way power session brings together the legal and business sides of the equation:
• Lauren Cohen, Esq. – international lawyer, cross-border strategist, and investor visa expert
•Tom Crumpton, CCIM – leading business broker, valuation expert, and creative dealmaker

Together, we break down the key pathways and real-world steps for foreign investors looking to legally enter, invest in, and succeed in the U.S.
This session marks the launch of a new ongoing series that merges immigration law with investment strategy – designed to equip global entrepreneurs with the clarity and partnerships they need to take action.

🗣️ Discussion Points:
1. What are the main visa pathways for foreign investors? – EB-5, E-2, and beyond
2. What’s the difference between active vs. passive investment options?
3. What types of businesses qualify – and how to find them?
4. The role of immigration attorneys and business brokers – and when to bring each in
5. The biggest mistakes foreign investors make – and how to avoid them

📅 Live Date & Time:
Thursday, August 21st, 2025 @ 1 PM EST
🎥 Streaming LIVE on LinkedIn, YouTube & Facebook

👤 About the Guests:
Lauren A. Cohen, Esq.
International Lawyer • Realtor • Cross-Border Strategist
Lauren is a globally-recognized expert in investor visas and cross-border real estate and business immigration. A bestselling author, keynote speaker, and dual citizen of the U.S. and Canada, she has helped hundreds of clients successfully navigate U.S. immigration and investment law. As Chair of International Investment for eXp, she helps entrepreneurs and investors create globally mobile lives.

Tom Crumpton, CCIM
Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor • Business Broker • Deal Strategist
Tom is a nationally respected business broker and M&A advisor who has led $1M–$25M business transactions. With expertise in creative deal structuring and business valuation, he helps buyers (including foreign investors) acquire strong businesses and maximize long-term value.

If you're a foreign investor, legal advisor, or business consultant – don’t miss this launch session.

Watch live. Ask questions. Gain clarity.

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