Our Financial Architect System™ courses integrate over thirty years of Wall Street expertise, market experience, and legal compliance knowledge. This step-by-step course program empowers raising capital legally at any stage, from Seed to Exit.


"We've crafted this course for the serious entrepreneur who needs to raise a substantial amount of capital, without selling too much of their company's  common equity, too early for too little." 

– Timothy D. Hogan, Founder

Our Financial Architect System™ courses are available in 3 business categories: 

  • Start-Up & Early-Stage Companies
  • Later-Stage Companies 
  • Professional Service Providers

Course Descriptions

Start-Up & Early-Stage Companies

Start-Up & Early-Stage Financial Architect™

This powerful course is for Start-Up & Early-Stage companies seeking seed or development capital. This course is designed for the serious entrepreneur who already has a foundation in business and business finance. Course objectives are ...

Later-Stage Companies

Later-Stage Financial Architect™

This robust course is designed for Later-Stage companies seeking expansion capital. The course is designed as a true “power play” for the experienced entrepreneur of a later-stage company as they enter “shark-infested” waters. The primary objectives for this course are ...

Professional Service Providers

Professional Financial Architect™

This advanced course program is designed as an entrance for lawyers, accountants and Registered Investment Advisors seeking to join the legitimate world of corporate finance. Here, one learns ...

Our History

The Financial Architect System™

The Financial Architect System™ courses are delivered through the Venture Tech Operating System™ powered by Commonwealth Capital Technologies™.

Founded originally in 1998 in the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Building, 30 South Wacker Drive, 22nd Floor, Chicago, Illinois, Commonwealth Capital has evolved into a hybrid venture technology company comprised of former Wall Street investment bankers and securities regulators, as well as experts in deal-structuring, corporate governance, fraud prevention, securities regulatory compliance, start-ups, and information technology, servicing our clients, partners, and investors through our Venture Tech Operating System™.

Commonwealth Capital delivers the Financial Architect System™ formalized training courses for entrepreneurs, as well as professional service providers to the small business community. 

Our courses are designed specifically to enable entrepreneurs to effectively compete in the U.S. capital markets by empowering founders and entrepreneurs to legally raise capital directly from Accredited Investors in U.S. private capital markets.

Course Authors & Program Leadership

Timothy Daniel Hogan

Financial Architect System™ Course Author, Founder

Mr. Timothy D. Hogan is the Founding Principal, CEO & Board Chairman of Commonwealth Capital, LLC.

Russel C. Weigel, III, Esq.

Financial Architect System™ Course Author, Founder

Mr. Weigel served as Chief Legal Counsel of Commonwealth Capital Advisors, LLC, and Commonwealth Capital, LLC between April 2014 and February 2020. Mr. Weigel is currently on a sabbatical from the firm as he serves as Commissioner of the Florida Office of Financial Regulation.

Jason Bennick

Financial Architect System™ Courses, Board Director

Mr. Jason Bennick, BBA, CBE, is Executive Vice President of Commonwealth Capital, LLC, Board Director, and President of Commonwealth Capital Technologies™.

Ms. Mai Luu

Executive Director, Educational Resources, CPA, CMA, CFE, and Dean of the Financial Architect System™ Courses Program

Ms. Mai Luu, CPA, CMA, CFE is the Executive Director of Educational Resources and a Board Director of Commonwealth Capital, LLC.

Blake Woods

Financial Architect System™ Courses, Board Director

Mr. Blake Woods, MBA is Executive Director, Investment Policy Committee and Board Director, Commonwealth Capital, LLC.

FAQs

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  • How do I know if this course is right for me?

    This course is designed specifically for entrepreneurs who are seeking to raise significant capital while maintaining control over their company's common equity. If your objective is to secure funding without prematurely diluting your ownership, this program will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to achieve that goal.

  • How much is the course?

    Entrepreneurs can purchase a recurring monthly membership, allowing them to access the course and complete the program at their own pace. With an active membership, participants have full access to all course content, including videos, audiobooks, and chapter exams. Industry professionals such as lawyers, accountants, and FINRA-registered RIAs can obtain the advanced course with a one-time fee, granting them lifetime access to the materials.

  • How long does a Financial Architect System™ course take?

    The duration of the Financial Architect System™ course varies based on the specific program. The Start-Up & Early-Stage Financial Architect™ course typically requires 40-50 hours to complete, the Later-Stage Financial Architect™ course takes approximately 45-55 hours, and the Professional Financial Architect™ course generally takes 50-60 hours. Each course includes staged learning examinations to ensure progressive development of confidence, competence, and success.

  • Who should do a Financial Architect System™ course?

    The Financial Architect System™ course is ideal for individuals and professionals seeking to raise significant seed, development, or expansion capital. The program is structured into three distinct courses, each tailored to a specific audience. The Start-Up & Early-Stage Financial Architect Course™ is designed for entrepreneurs in the early stages of their ventures, providing foundational knowledge and strategies for raising initial capital while maintaining equity control. For entrepreneurs in more advanced stages of business development, the Later-Stage Financial Architect Course™ focuses on securing larger amounts of growth capital, emphasizing sophisticated financial structuring. Industry professionals, such as lawyers, CPAs, and registered securities professionals, will find the Professional Financial Architect System Course™ particularly beneficial, as it offers advanced insights and techniques to support their clients in capital-raising endeavors. The Financial Architect System™ courses are meticulously designed to equip participants with the expertise needed to navigate complex capital markets, enhance financial strategies, and ensure long-term success. The staged learning examinations incorporated in each course build confidence, competence, and certainty of success, making the program a valuable investment for aspiring and established entrepreneurs, as well as professional advisors.

  • Are Financial Architect System™ courses available in any translated langauges?

    At this time, all course content is only available in English.

  • Can I do the course from a mobile device?

    While the Financial Architect System™ course is a web-based program accessible from any device, we strongly recommend attending the course through a desktop or laptop for an optimal learning experience. The course is not designed as a mobile application, and accessing it from a mobile device may result in formatting and responsiveness issues. To fully benefit from the course’s comprehensive content and interactive features, using a desktop or laptop is essential. This approach ensures that users can engage with the material effectively and without the limitations that mobile devices may impose.

  • How long may I access the full course once I purchase a subscription?

    Upon purchasing a subscription, you will have full access to the course for as long as your monthly membership remains active. This continuous access includes all course content, such as videos, audiobooks, and chapter exams, allowing you to complete the program at your own pace. Maintaining an active subscription ensures that you can revisit and review the materials whenever needed, providing flexibility and ongoing support throughout your learning journey.

  • What about the Guarantee?

    Yes, there is a guarantee for the Financial Architect System™ course. If you complete the course, produce the required securities-offering document according to the specifications outlined within the program for legal counsel review, and attempt to raise capital for at least 120 days without success, we will refund 100% of the course or subscription fees you have paid. This refund is contingent upon our review of your offering document to verify that it has been produced in accordance with the course guidelines and all required SEC regulatory compliances.

  • How do I get in touch?

    YYou can email us at any time regarding our Financial Architect System™ course programs at [email protected]. One of our team members will be delighted to respond to your request and provide the assistance you need.