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7 – Factor Investment thesis.

Index Venture Partner follows a strict 7 – Factor Investment thesis.

Where do we invest ?

We invest in venture scale ups, enabled by technology due to their high scalable nature, disruptive appetite and low capital requirements. We are industry agnostic to these sectors, Cannabis Tech, Human Trafficking, Ammunitions, alcohol, Gambling and all other sin related sectors.

Investment focus

We are a generalist firm and we invest in start-ups within these sectors of interest. InsureTech, PropTech, AgriTech, HealthTech, CleanTech, Mobility, MedTech, BioTech, EduTech, Future of Work, FinTech, FoodTech and Media.

7 – Factor Investment thesis.

Index  Venture Partner follows a strict 7 – Factor Investment thesis.

Technologically enabled start ups

We invest in venture scale ups, enabled by technology due to their high scalable nature, disruptive appetite and low capital requirements. We are industry agnostic to these sectors, Cannabis Tech, Human & Child Trafficking, Ammunitions, alcohol, Gambling and all other sin related sectors

A strong Outcome based Teams

We back up start up with strong founding teams that drive result and outcome leading with clarity and  accountability. This means getting the right people in the right positions and empowering them to do what needs to be done to achieve the mission. We tend to avoid startups with teams that lack credibility, passion, desire, unwavering commitment and determination to execute on their vision.

Signs of Early Traction

Ideally, we invest in startups generating at least $ 3,143,53 or R 50,000,00 in monthly revenue and can show 6 months to 1 year of consistent revenue growth with the ability to obtain feedback and reviews from early customers.

Early Stage (Pre- Seed to Seed)

We invest in startups that have yet to raise their Series A doing so will enable us to capture adequate ownership at a reasonable valuation thus minimizing dilution from subsequent funding rounds and creating greater and long term value for our stakeholders. Furthermore, we will only invest in startups where founders have granted us pro- rata rights allowing us to support the organization long term while maintaining our equity percentage in
follow on rounds.

Capital Efficiency and clear path to profitability

We invest in startups where founders have a clear focus and appreciation for capital efficiency. The company should show early evidence and the path to profitability and sustainability has to be clear. This will then increase company attractiveness for future funding from VC’s or acquisitions at a significant markup.

A Pain Point

We invest in highly disruptive tech startups solving pressing and real-time problems in African emerging markets.  An emerging market does it presents problems, opportunities and also Smart Returns for Investors.

Geo- Focus

At Index Venture Partner we only invest in startups that are based in Africa and that will enable us to reach them with ease and provide support and mentorship as when and where it is required.