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Seed & Venture Capital Investments

When entrepreneurs are looking to secure capital for their business, the first two rounds of funding usually consist of Seed Capital and Venture Capital.

Seed Capital - The first stage of investment for entrepreneurs is usually Seed Capital. This is the preliminary funding that is used to help establish the brand. Most people will use their own savings, or borrow funds from family and friends. Some larger ideas may require angel investment, but in many cases the business has not actually been established yet and is therefore a high risk investment. At the same time, angel investors like to invest seed capital if the idea is right, as they will usually take a percentage of the business, which could amount to a decent return if all goes well.

Venture Capital - When companies start up, they often need further financing to expand. This is where Venture Capital comes into play. This is a private investment that usually comes from a group of investors, generally buying a percentage of shares in the company, often known as a limited partnership.

New businesses that have gone past the preliminary stages and are in full operation, may still have trouble securing bank loans, and thus seek out angel investors and venture capitalists. Because this is a high risk investment, venture capitalists usually play a role in the company's key decisions, and often become a partial owner of the company.

In return, since these investors tend to make investments in a market sector that they are interested in, they often have contacts and experience which adds value to their offer.

Raising Seed or Venture Capital - The New Zealand Investment Network connects local entrepreneurs with angel investors, and can help raise either seed or venture capital, depending on which stage your business is at. We are an online community that gives entrepreneurs the ability to reach potential investors from New Zealand and countries around the world.

Join the New Zealand Investment Network and find Seed Capital or Venture Capital Funding


Latest Investors

New Zealand > Auckland

$100,000 to $500,000

March 10, 2010

I have started and sold a number of businesses following my working as a Marketing Manager for Airest Industries and then Flooring Distributors, both were divisions of Feltex Group and then running the family business for 4 years. We have invested in housing till now (apart from the investment in our own businesses). With my marketing background I would look at involving our marketing team in any investment that we entered into. I am an individual investor at present.

New Zealand > Wellington

$1,000 to $10,000

March 10, 2010

Currently working as a policy analyst for Ministry of Maori Development. Professional experience - After graduating from University in 2003, began work for the Ministry of Transport as a policy advisor. In 2006 was seconded into the office of the Minister of Transport as private secretary and advisor to the Minister. In 2007 worked as a transportation planner for Manukau City Council in Auckland. Have since travelled to London and spent the year of 2009 travelling. Education - Bachelor of Planning (Honours) from Auckland University. Am looking to join this network as have just started learning about investment. No investments so far but considering a number of proposals. Status: Individual investor

New Zealand > Taranaki

$1 to $100,000

February 24, 2010

I am a 46 yo married and located in New Plymouth. Have owned, operated and sold 3 businesses having been in the leading role for two of them (small) and running the third larger recruitment business on behalf of overseas JV partners. I am a qualified Ships Broker and am also a member of the Institute of Drectors having participated in a number of their courses. My background is in logistics and recruitment and have current investments in a local startup company (unrelated to my background) which we are currently (Feb10) putting an expansion program in place including additional investment. I'm an individual investor however have good contacts that if the business was interesting enough would be able to bring more to the table. My involvement would extend to an advisory, perhaps mentoring (or chew the fat) capacity though and a Directorship is a requirement.

New Zealand > Auckland

$1,000 to $10,000

February 24, 2010

I am a 33 year married man with 6 kids, living in Auckland, New Zealand. I work for a private Trust who are involved in the safety of state kids. My anticipated involvement as an investor will be an individual silent investor

New Zealand > Wellington

$100,000 to $500,000

February 22, 2010

Family Trust with spare equity in property, is looking for growth in low to medium risk investments. Hands on involvement if suitable business Background of the investors is the development of small (up to 12 at once ) townhouses in Wellington . Plenty of experience dealing with realtors,clients,councils sub contractors and architects

New Zealand > Northland

$500 to $20,000

February 14, 2010

I am married and living in Whangarei. My current work is in insurance where I have developed many valuable business contacts with a variety of people. I also have a background in the aviation industry. I am interested in any innovative or niche markets and can bring some fresh thinking to your business. I am happy to be flexible in my level of involvement.

New Zealand > Auckland

$200,000 to $300,000

February 12, 2010

Property Investor. Looking for suitable opportunities and partners.

New Zealand > Wellington

$25,000 to $100,000

February 10, 2010

I am experienced and active angel investor, formerly an investment banker in New York with JP Morgan and CIBC World Markets. I am also an entrepreneur with a successful exit at 26x the original investment, and have been CEO of various technology companies in the US and NZ. I am 49 years old, married with two children, I have earned the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) accreditation and studied nuclear engineering and geophysics. I currently am a partner in a small practice where I advise early-stage companies in New Zealand around market validating, resourcing, and financing their businesses.

New Zealand > Waikato

$0 to $500,000

February 8, 2010

I am 42 years old , and I have been living in france for 19 years, I am a qualified accountant who has worked all around the world in the top blue chip companies, prior to creating a bi-lingual construction coy in France with my husband whom is a quantity surveyor We spend 3 months of the year in NZ every year and we are looking for investment or shareholding that will help a business grow into a dynamic , successful operation with angel assistance and direction if required. For 42years I have believed in anything is possible and my husband and I have proved the impossible is possible time and time again , you just have to believe in your dream and find the right people to learn from to help you , but only if you are prepared to have a long term ride to success. As I am passion about business and progression within a business and oneself.

New Zealand > Auckland

$100,000 to $400,000

February 4, 2010

I am in my 40's, married and reside on Auckland. I have 20 years of cooperate experience in sales, marketing and general management positions. Industry experience includes horticulture, printing, outsource services and software development, I have also run my own company and are trustee/manager of a farming operation. Tertiary qualified in horticulture and marketing, I have left my last position as National Sales Manager for a listed company and are now looking for a business I can either own or invest and work in. I am financially secure and have a possible partner that would double the equity investment above. I enjoy product marketing and the primary industry but would consider anything of a B2B nature.

New Zealand > Auckland

$0 to $5,000,000

February 3, 2010

Age 49 Nationality New Zealander Family Details Married, 3 Children (17, 15 and 12 years) Education: MBA BE Civil (Hons) Investment Experience - acquisition and licensing arrangements - New Image International (<5M), acquisition and joint-venture - AgriQuality (< 5M), start-up Cuisinebox Pty Ltd (< 15M), acquisition - Ingredientbox PTY Ltd (<20M). Industries Include Biotech, Food and Food Science, Agritech, Commercial Laboratories. Other Value Adds - executive (hands on) and Board (governance) experience for acquisitions, turnarounds and start-ups in the SME market. Network of investors in Private Equity and Banking communities. Involvement - dependent on the business opportunitty but minimum of Board Participation and ranging to executive involvement and advice as is required for each opportunity (on merits) Status Investment Group and Broker

New Zealand > Auckland

$100,000 to $500,000

January 31, 2010

Married lving in Auckland. Currently work as Accountant (unqualified, not member NZICA). Previous experience: senior management in area of finance with several MNC/ US fortune 500 companies overseas. Tertiary education with MBA degree.Excellent overseas/ Asia network and contacts. Anticipated involvement: silent investor with 30-50% voting rights. Depending on project will work as individual, broker or investment group

New Zealand > Canterbury

$35,000 to $50,000

January 30, 2010

I am a 62 year old married man with three adult children. I was initially educated in an English public school in India, then finally in New Zealand. I studied electronics and spent most of my working life in the electronics industry, progressing through many aspects of the industry from design, manufacturing, retailing, and finally wholesale distribution in NZ of a number of large & significant international brands. I spent many years as senior group buyer for a large chain store, then some years in the advertising and marketing industry, then GM of a chain of retail stores, and finally as owner of a substantial importing/distribution business. Now semi-retied, I have retained interests in a small engineering business that manufactures classic kit cars plus restoration/repair/refurbishment of classic sports & racing cars. I have specific interest in products or services that show flair in design and application and anticipate an advisory involvement in the business.

New Zealand > Auckland

$1 to $100,000

January 28, 2010

Professional Engineer Corporate Member with Institute of Chemical Engineers (UK) Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineering Council (UK) Experience in retail, oil, FMCG and insurance industries.

New Zealand > Wellington

$1,000 to $10,000

January 28, 2010

29 year old single professional male, CA. Currently working as Finance Manager for a large Global Retail business. Wanting a position as an individual silent investor.

New Zealand > Waikato

$10,000 to $250,000

January 27, 2010

55 year old professional Female, 20yrs experience as a town planner, Masters degree in geography, wanting a position as silent investor within a real estate investment.

New Zealand > Manawatu-Wanganui

$100,000 to $500,000

January 24, 2010

Married and recently returned from living abroad for 20 years. Previous employment was in investment banking. Individual investor who wants hands-on and advisory investments.

New Zealand > Auckland

$0 to $100,000

January 23, 2010

I am a 28 year old single investor based in Auckland looking for investments in and around New Zealand. I have capital of up to $100k for the right opportunities. I work in internet marketing and have experience surrounding all aspects of E-Business including website development, human computer interaction, search marketing, website analytic's and conversion optimization. Projects do not necessarily have to have an internet focus. I have a Bachelors in Business Majoring in Management and IT. Previous investment experience has been around property and shares for past 5 years. Role can be silent or advisory. Individual investor.

India > chennai

$5,000 to $30,000

January 20, 2010

Am an Engineer and Management Graduate, 38 years of age. Live and work in India. Have been an investment banker at Peregrine Capital and Citibank, before joining the founding team at Spark Capital in 1999. Have invested in the secondary equities market, real estate and small businesses in the manufacturing and services sectors. Seeking to use the investment route to getting a citizenship in NZ. Can value-add by providing interesting contacts in India, across industries.

New Zealand > Auckland

$1,000 to $500,000

January 19, 2010

Aged 47, married located in Auckland Experienced banker and present director of company. Well networked. Involvement could include hands-on, adviser or as an investor



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