Maurice Lopes is an expert in building successful businesses. He is currently the CEO and co-founder of EarlyShares.com. Conceived out of Mr. Lopes’ frustration in the lack of resources afforded to the small business owner, EarlyShares.com is dedicated to bridging the funding gap for small business entrepreneurs through the application of Crowdfunding. Mr. Lopes’ enviable successes in the development of small businesses has prepared him to develop a company that will assure the stringent vetting of small business applicants as well as solid investor protections.