Why work with Upstart?
Habitual Investors gain the following benefits from working with Upstart:
- Upstart companies are selected for their high-growth potential.
- Upstart companies are receiving the benefits of focused incubation programmes, tailored for each company.
- Upstart provides an independent monitoring and mentoring process which mitigates the risk that client companies will “go off the rails”.
- Upstart provides an ongoing conduit to deal-flow.
- It is easy to engage with Upstart - there is no cost for registering your interest, and you will not be bothered by our clients (Upstart introduces clients to potential investors when we see a match).
How do I work with Upstart?
Upstart does not provide investment advice. Nor do we recommend companies to anyone except to Habitual Investors (as described in the Securities Act 1978 and subsequent amendments).
- If you are interested in investing in particular technologies or sectors, contact Upstart to register that interest. We will inform you of any clients which fit your criteria.
- If you are interested in getting an early look at potential investees, volunteer to provide focused mentoring for 2-3 months to particular Upstart clients. During that time you can decide whether you wish to invest.
Please note that we are only interested in engaging with investors who are seeking high-growth opportunities, and mentors who have specific skills which add value to particular Upstart clients.
Angels Network
Upstart Angels was set up in 2006, and within two years has grown to a group of over 90 members. They are a group of investors and business people who are enthusiastic about supporting high growth businesses. The Upstart Angels are governed by their own Board and have an Investment Committee that carries out the initial vetting of potential projects.
Benefits of joining
- Access to investment opportunities.
- Deal flow.
- Being able to reuse their hard won wisdom by sharing their knowledge with young businesses.
- Contribute to New Zealand’s economy.
- Involvement without immersion.
- Be part of a network.
- Keep up with the trends.
How to join
Individuals and companies can join the Angel Network. For more details contact:
Murray Downes
03 471 9974
021 886 678
murray@upstart.org.nz
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