Looking for Entrepreneurs that are Looking for Capital

(3BL Media / theCSRfeed) January 4, 2012 - Investors' Circle is inviting entrepreneurs looking to raise capital to apply to present at IC's Spring 2012 Venture Fair this April in San Francisco. The major criteria companies must meet are the following:

Target Industries

• Energy & Environment (Clean-Tech)

• Sustainable Consumer Products

• Community & Economic Development

• Healthcare, Biotech & Wellness

• Social Media and Software

• Education

Deal Stage
Private companies in many different deal stages including early, expansion and growth. Companies that hope to scale and ultimately pursue some sort of exit strategy; should expect to achieve $5 million (or more) in annual revenues within the next five years.

Financing Levels
Capital needs up to $3 million.  Average investment: $500,000.

Scalability and Key Characteristics 
Companies looking to maximize social and environmental impact as well as financial return. Example, company that sells organic coffee to retailers across the country versus launching a single, local, organic coffee shop.

• Clear commitment to a social and/or environmental solution

• A strong management team

• A clear understanding of their market(s)

• Legally defensible technology or IP

• Proof of concept demonstrated by contracts, revenues, strategic partnerships, etc.

The Deadline to apply is January 31st. More information here or contact us or apply now

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