Founded in the early 2000s, this multimillion-pound investment network has disrupted and thrived in the startup fundraising scene, connecting entrepreneurs and angel investors globally. With a robust network spanning 40 networks in 90 countries and over 2 million members, the company boasts a proven track record of success.
The business operates a recurring subscription model and a success fee model, the former ensuring a steady stream of income and the latter offering a more hands-on and bespoke brokering service for larger payments.
The business is now in an optimal position to grow, having already recently debuted new innovative funding solutions, including the launch of a property-specific investment platform.
Key differentiators include:
Long and lucrative trading history, profitable every year since their launch and reporting revenue growth for 18 out of 20 years.
Strong UK-wide and global revenue in over 80 countries.
Custom-built investor mobile app and web platform.
Subscription model operated on their website, rather than a success fee model – such as crowdfunding platforms – which ensures stable, monthly revenues
Faster onboarding process than competitor investment platforms
Database of over 1.5 million entrepreneurs/startups and over 330,000 investors.
Streamlined operations and lean processes, enabling the company to keep low overheads compared to competitors.
Large and experienced team across marketing, front-end and back-end development, UX and design, and more.
Cross-platform social media presence of over 100,000 followers.
Gains the business could offer a purchaser include:
A healthy financial profile with potential for growth, achieving over £2.5m turnover and £1.4m adjusted EBITDA in 2023.
Removal of Directors’ costs could give a substantial profit uplift.
The business is cycle resilient and does well in both downturns and upturns in the economy.
Large network of high-net-worth individuals that can be marketed and sold to.
Large network of startups and entrepreneurs who have a need for auxiliary services in banking, web development, marketing, hosting, legal, accountancy, etc.
Highlights -
Lucrative and stable business model: 18 years of consistent revenue growth, with a diverse income stream combining recurring subscriptions and success fees.
Scalable platform: Custom-built mobile app and web platform facilitate faster onboarding and efficient operations.
Extensive reach: Over 1.5 million entrepreneurs, 330,000 investors, and 100,000+ social media followers provide a vast potential customer base.
Lean operations: Streamlined processes deliver low overheads compared to competitors.
Healthy financials: Over £2.3m turnover and £1.1m adjusted EBITDA in 2022 with significant growth potential.
Resilient business: Performs well in both economic upturns and downturns.
Valuable network: Access to high-net-worth individuals and a vast pool of potential clients for auxiliary services.
Opportunities -
Launching new networks to cover Asia Pacific and Africa.
Using AI to introduce more languages, giving more local customisation.
Adding a feature for VC funds and accelerators to fundraise.
Expanding the affiliate programme to increase the number of referrals.
Expanding the perks and benefits offering to increase incentives to subscribe.
Adding a feature for investors to form groups to discuss deals, share due diligence, etc.
Financial Profile
Turnover IRO- £2.5m in 2023.
100% share capital.
Interested parties to sign an NDA.
