IW Capital
London, UK
IW Capital is a private investment house offering both debt and equity investment opportunities into scaling SMEs with immense growth potential.
About the program
With over £25 million invested in the last 12 months and over £140 million in growth capital invested overall, IW has built a reputation for backing ambitious businesses and partnering with exceptional entrepreneurs. Typically, we provide £2 million to £5 million as an initial investment, through a creative range of equity-based structures. We are engaged investors, providing not only financial support but also strategic guidance, to fuel expansion and create long-term value.
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Program details
Engaged investors with both entrepreneurs and financial professionals on the team , we utilise this experience to work in partnership with our portfolio companies. Expansive network of investors which we can facilitate connections where there is a mutual interest. Supportive investors, we are partnering for the long term and where necessary have the ability to provide follow-on capital.
Investment offer
We invest in all industries. We are sector agnostic but our key criteria for investment opportunities is: 1. Minimum Traction: To ensure a solid foundation for growth, we prioritize companies that have strong growth prospects for their products and services and have an ARR of at least £2 million. This ensures that the companies we consider have demonstrated market traction and are now looking for a funding partner for the next stage of growth. 2. High Growth Potential: We are actively seeking businesses with a proven track record of consistent revenue growth and a clear vision for further expansion. Industries of particular interest include environmental, sustainability, healthcare, consumer and other businesses that aim to improve people’s lives. 3. Strong Management Teams: We firmly believe that the strength and expertise of a company's management team are paramount to its success. We seek to partner with visionary leaders who possess a deep understanding of their market, exhibit exceptional execution capabilities, and are passionate about driving their company’s growth.