Opportunity
The region is isolated from the large private capital markets of the East Coast and San Francisco Bay area, and is consequently under served. Fund management with local knowledge benefits investors and entrepreneurs alike.
The Santa Barbara and Ventura County region has a growing base of engineering and technology expertise resulting in a fertile environment of high-quality start-ups seeking capital. There are new opportunities in the sciences, information, manufacturing, services and media; all benefiting from applied technology. The region can absorb significantly more local investment than is currently being deployed.
Our regional focus provides direct investor access to new ventures and direct entrepreneur access to organized, aggregated local capital. Investors and entrepreneurs both benefit from dedicated fund managers applying a
high-touch approach with 'start-up to exit' experience.
Sector Focus
Industries of interest include Life Science, Interactive Media, Internet / SaaS, and Cleantech. Investment Profile
We usually want to invest between proof of concept and positive cash flow. First revenue is usually squarely in-between these two milestones. Investment size varies from $500K to $3M. Most investments are regional and board representation is typically sought.
Investment Criteria
We are looking for the seeds of greatness. Greatness is never achieved, it is struggled towards; a work in progress of illuminated, proficient execution.
Our regional focus enables direct access and a 'high-touch' approach. We are looking for the wise but aggressive application of technology to both solve a problem and build a business.
tech·nol·o·gy [tek-nol-uh-jee]: the application of knowledge to practical purposes
en·gi·neer·ing [en-juh-neer-ing]: making practical application of knowledge
Our investments are typically with seasoned entrepreneurs who can effectively add value for customers, suppliers, employees and investors alike. This is invariably accompanied by an organization of self-starters in a culture of inherent productivity, pride, and respect.
Value to Investors and Entrepreneurs
We believe that the combination of persistent regional start-up opportunities with our high-touch approach to selecting and nurturing companies provides significant value to both investors and entrepreneurs. Our prior operational success and significant extended network of consultants, employment candidates and service providers is unmatched in the region. We have a demonstrated ability to identify, create, grow and realize shareholder value.
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