FUNDING
MAKE IT HAPPEN
PARTNERSHIPS
For everyone. Strategic partnerships will always be our favorite route to build a business. The goal is to find a partner that is just as interested in your success as you are. We’ve used partnerships in everything from early product development to scaling brands nationally and globally.
Partnerships of any kind will involve a lot of moving pieces. But it’s worth it. There will be a host of layers in your final agreements with a partner, some of which might include marketing on your behalf, product production, and investment or lending. What matters most in a partnership is that you find a partner whom you trust and is 100% committed to a win-win opportunity.
INVESTMENT
For startups and special projects. From early seed investing with angels to late series with venture capital, every step of your business development will need money to operate. In most cases, you’ll have to give up some equity and control of your company. At the same time though, this strategy can help offset your personal liability if the business goes under, which is a huge plus when working with startups.
We never want that to happen though. That’s why it’s important for us to maintain excellent relationships with multiple investment groups including the Band of Angels. If you’re tying to launch, and you have a great business model, investment is a fantastic route to explore.
LENDING
For scaling and acquisitions. Unlike investing, lending is the other side of the “funding coin” and typically does not require you to give up equity in your company. As such, we generally suggest lending to businesses that are already operational and can demonstrate positive cash-flow.
SBA lending is especially wonderful if you can score it. From small firms looking to acquire their competitors, to coffee shop owners looking for some working capital, to one of the million small business owners in-between, private or bank lending can be your best friend when leveraged properly.
Helping to secure lending is a FREE service provided to our clients.
