- How you came up with the idea?
- Why do you think Smart Shades are the next big thing in the smart home industry?
- Aside from offering convenience, what other benefits are there to smart shades?
- How does SmartShade differ from the competition, and what’s stopping another company from copying you?
- Does RYSE have any other products on the horizon?
- Can you explain to investors exactly what RYSE’s strategy for dominance is?
- Can you share some of your traction selling into these markets?

- How will the current fundraise help you achieve your strategic goals?
- How does this round differ from your prior fundraising rounds?
- Are there any prior success stories from this industry?
- Do you believe that you will follow a similar path by being acquired by a larger company?
- Are there any companies that you believe would be interested in acquiring RYSE in the future?
- Would you consider listing the company on a national exchange via an IPO?
- If I’m an investor and I want to join RYSE on the journey, how can I go about making an investment?