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Generating Capital & Funding for a Startup

Simply put, start-up capital is the money that is required to start up a new business. Start-up capital can be raised in a number of ways, from using your own money to invest in your business venture, to borrowing money from a bank, or using third party investment to help you get your business running. Sometimes start-up capital is also referred to as ‘seed capital’.

For those entrepreneurs who are looking to get their business started by attracting investors it is important to have a clear understanding as to how much money you require to launch your business and you should also know exactly how you are going to spend that investment. As investors will want a clear picture of how you are going to spend their money, it is important to spend a lot of time ensuring that the planning stage is done proficiently. By presenting a clear business plan you are much more likely to attract the start-up money you require. Remember, outside investors will not want to invest in a new business no matter how promising it sounds if the new business owner doesn’t have a firm and clear grasp of the financials.

One of the mistakes that new entrepreneurs make is not asking for enough start-up capital in the first place. It may seem like a good idea to come up with a conservative investment amount initially, however this could be false economy if you run out of money too quickly. In many cases if a business runs out of money before it sees success investors are reluctant to throw more money into a business venture just to keep it afloat. Therefore there is a danger that your business could go under in such circumstances so you should ensure when you are planning your new business venture that you pencil in enough investment budget to see you through to the stage when your business becomes profitable.

Another tip is to try to minimise the number of outside investors that are investing in your business. Whilst it may seem easier to get more investors on board each investing smaller amounts, each investor will still want to see a good return on their investment no matter how much they invest, and you will have to keep the investors updated regularly with how the business is going. Managing these investor relationships can take up a lot of time, time which would be better spent running your business, therefore by minimising the number of outside investors providing you with start-up capital, the more time you will have to run your business and therefore the better chance of success.

Entrepreneurs - Raise start-up capital for your venture.

Investors – Find new businesses to invest start-up capital in.


Latest Investors

United States > New York

$10,000,000 to $900,000,000

September 7, 2010

We are seeking projects in all stages of funding. Would prefer to have a resume that is indictive of experience in their field. Private network of 500+ investors.

United States > Rhode Island

$5,000 to $50,000

August 24, 2010

Sr. level experience in BIotechnology and Pharmaceutical industry; Board and CEO level experience. Business development involvement; due diligence team member in order to acquire companies. Consultant for VCs in due diligence. Multiple contacts in industry. Current consultant. Married, RI resident. Would entertain advisory board role or consulting role. Individual investor. Prior private investment experience.

United States > New Hampshire

$10,000 to $100,000

August 20, 2010

Private equity CFO, CPA, Board member, NH resident, married, 60 years old.

United States > New York

$50,000 to $500,000

August 16, 2010

I run an investment bank. I have created, invested, provided strategic direction and sold companies in many industries. Have over 30 years in the industry. Can provide strategic direction as well as capital. Am a professor of Venture Financing at Baruch. Also have a large network of investors, both financial and strategic. My involvement will not be on a day to day level, and if all goes well will be passive. However if more hands on assistance is needed, I can provide that.

United States > Georgia

$10,000 to $500,000

August 12, 2010

I am an accredited investor, and interested in any products which could make people's life easier and better..

United States > Massachusetts

$25,000 to $100,000

August 10, 2010

I am a 53 year old who is married with two children not yet in college. My present work is investment banking. I was in the commercial real estate business for decades. I own a couple of investment properties and continue to pursue opportunities in that industry. I am interested in a pure investment play and/or participating in a business venture.

United States > New York

$5,000 to $50,000

August 2, 2010

-Professional Experience: Financial background, current professional working with an Infrastructure and Project Finance group in a top 20 global investment bank. -Education: B.S in Economic and Finance, Minor in International Studies. -Investment Experience: Equities, mutual funds, bonds -Other value-adds: Experience rasing debt, funding documents (ie: term sheets) and contract negotiations; financial modelling -Anticipated Involvement: Generally silent, however willing to provide advisory assistance -Status: Individual Investor -Other: Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese

United States > New York

$1,000 to $10,000

July 31, 2010

I am a married conservative individual investor looking for sports related business ventures. I am experienced in franchising and with retail and sporting facilities.

United States > Connecticut

$250,000 to $2,000,000

July 27, 2010

We are a Capital consulting firm located in Ct looking to Invest/Advise start-up/small companies located in the U.S. We are currently closing 1st round funding for a medical device company in the amount of 1,000,000. We also have Institutional capital partners for syndicating Investments that are larger then our reach.

United States > Connecticut

$5,000 to $30,000

July 23, 2010

Currently I am a certified public accountant in Connecticut at a mid sized firm consulting a wide range of businesses from start up through exit. Previously I was employed at Ernst & Young LLP in Stamford working in the audit department on global corporations. I have an undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut in business with a major in accounting and a masters in taxation from the University of New Haven. I am an individual investor and I can have a hands on involvement especially in financial and compliance matters as well as required filings.

United States > Massachusetts

$5,000 to $50,000

July 19, 2010

I am a current investment & wealth management professional with wide range of business experience including founder & ceo of technology company

United States > Massachusetts

$0 to $1,000,000

July 1, 2010

I am serial entrepreneur interested in investing money in new ventures. I have 20 years of business experience in diversified industries.

United States > Vermont

$25,000 to $150,000

June 29, 2010

A CPA and CFO with experience working in diverse industries in global settings. Individual investor seeking advisory role in startup companies.

United States > Connecticut

$10,000 to $50,000

June 23, 2010

I am an active angel investor and consultant to early stage companies with 30 experience in the software and technology industry and over 20 years in key senior-level management positions in both public and private companies. My background includes roles in sales, service, product management and development. I have led software businesses in both growth and turnaround scenarios using a collaborative style aimed at coaching and mentoring teams to deliver high quality results to stakeholders. Speciality is growth-oriented organizations with fast-paced, entrepreneurial cultures.

United States > Massachusetts

$10,000 to $100,000

June 19, 2010

I am a 33 year old female who is looking to be an angel investor. I manage a sales team for a healthcare company, I and want to also be connected to interesting startups. I have been in sales for my whole career and want to use my sales and marketing experience to assist others in growing companies. I have an undergraduate degree from Georgetown University, and was on the crew team their so I see myself as a good team player. I would like to be hands-on in regards to sales and marketing strategies to companies that are brand new.

United States > New Hampshire

$5,000 to $100,000

June 1, 2010

72, Married, lives in southern NH. 10 years legal practice, 30 years in radio broadcasting management; Industry boards - NAB and CBS Radio. New England college and law school. Clerked for Federal judge. 4 term state legislator - Committee Chair during 3 terms. Military service in US Marine Corps. Would prefer advisory involvement. Individual investor.

United States > New York

$0 to $1,000,000

May 31, 2010

Private Investor with interest in Agricultural, Biotech & Greentech opportunities.

United States > New Hampshire

$1,000,000 to $5,000,000

May 8, 2010

Currently associated with a Boston based VC firm.

United States > California

$10,000 to $9,000,000

April 9, 2010

51 year old entrepreneur and investor. Bachelor’s degree. Hands on or advisory role anticipated. I am an individual investor & represent some investor groups.

United States > Connecticut

$1 to $5,000

April 1, 2010

19 year old college student looking for good investments on which to start building my portfolio. I look forward to looking at the proposals that come my way.



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