Investment Criteria
AIF invests in promising opportunities whose potential rewards are commensurate
with recognized risks. Promising opportunities will demonstrate a blend of
strong intellectual property, positive future cash flows, solid revenue,
exit potential, and equity valuation that supports an attractive return on
investment. General investment criteria are as follows:
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Clearly articulated market position and value proposition for customers;
Exceptional management team with demonstrated track records in relevant
industries (directors and advisors who actively advance the company
are an added and important plus);
Ability to attract co-investment and follow-on capital. Venture capital
is the most likely source of additional financing for high-growth potential
early-stage companies. It is critical that entrepreneurs provide a
plan to leverage investment from AIF to increase the value of the company
and attract additional growth capital on a reasonable timeline;
Clear intellectual property strategy or position;
Defensible competitive position in an emerging or growth market;
Exit strategy for investors within 3-5 years;
Revenues that provide for a significant, compounded annual return,
consistent with the investment risk;
Investment opportunity that offers a preferred or protected equity
position. |
Companies that apply to us usually have obtained a reasonable amount from
friends and family before they come to us.
Please, link here to learn more about AIF investment
process.
