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Q: What is a "Verified Investor"?

A "Verified Investor" is a profile/company that our team at BEAMSTART has internally vetted and communicated with. These are also investors that you can submit your business proposals (pitch decks) to directly via their profile on BEAMSTART. The purpose of adding the "Verified Investor" badge is to increase both credibility and deal-flow for these investors.

Q: What is the difference between a "Managing Partner", "General Partner", and "Associate" in an investment firm?

In an investment firm, the roles of Managing Partner, General Partner, and Associate differ in terms of their responsibilities and level of authority within the firm's hierarchy:<ul><li>Managing Partner: The Managing Partner is typically the senior-most partner in the firm. They are responsible for overseeing the firm's overall operations, setting its strategic direction, and representing the firm externally. Managing Partners often have a significant ownership stake in the firm and play a key role in decision-making.</li><li>General Partner: General Partners are senior members of the firm who are responsible for sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, managing portfolio companies, and raising capital from investors. They also typically have ownership stakes in the firm. General Partners are involved in making investment decisions and managing the firm's investment portfolio.</li><li>Associates / Analysts: Associates (sometimes also known as "Analysts") are typically entry-level professionals in an investment firm. They support the General Partners and Managing Partners in sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and monitoring portfolio companies. Associates often have a more analytical and research-focused role, helping the senior partners make informed investment decisions.</li></ul>Overall, Managing Partners have the highest level of authority and responsibility, followed by General Partners who are responsible for managing investments, and Associates who provide support to the senior members of the firm.

Q: I'm an investor and would like to add my profile to the list. How do I go about this?

Simply register for an account with BEAMSTART by signing up as a member (we have a low quarterly fee for this). Once you're signed in, you will be able to create an "Organization Profile" and add it to the investors list by selecting "Venture Capital and Private Equity" or "Investments" from the "Organization Category" field.

Q: I need help raising funds. Can you assist me fundraise instead?

Yes we can. Please reach out to us directly via <a href="@beamstart" style="color:black; border-bottom:2px dotted #999999;">this page</a>. Kindly take note that this would fall under our fundraising service, with fees ranging between 3% - 8% of funds raised.

Q: The information listed here is inaccurate. How do I report it?

If you spotted an error, please do not hesitate to report it to us via the <a href="contact" style="color:black; border-bottom:2px dotted #999999;">contact page here</a> — our team will have it rectified within the day.

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Investors	Markets	Stage	Sector	Connect
TFX Capital We invest in early-stage technology solutions that make our nation more secure and our society stronger.
TenOneTen Ventures We help founders build the future
Tenacious Ventures We drive change at the intersection of agri-food system transformation and climate solutions
TechNexus Venture Collaborative Investing in better relationships between leading corporations and ambitious entrepreneurs to Rethink Growth™.
TDK Ventures Early-Stage Venture Capital for Impact Scaling Entrepreneurs
Tappan Hill Ventures Founded to bring together a group of investors connected from doctoral and masters programs at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
Talis Capital We help founders who see the future differently, build it
TA Ventures Globally-minded and network-driven VC firm investing in early-stage tech startups shaping the industries of tomorrow
Syngenta Group Ventures Shaping the future of agriculture and food through technology and business model innovation.
SWS Venture Capital Powering Disruption
Swift Ventures Founders Backing Founders
SustainVC Positive Impact. Positive Returns.
Sussex Place Ventures An independently managed venture capital company associated with London Business School.
Surround Ventures Investing Early, Partnering Globally.
Sure Ventures Enable Peace of Mind for All
Sure Valley Ventures A venture capital firm which helps early-stage software entrepreneurs in the UK and Ireland grow and scale businesses that will have a global impact.
Superhero Capital Some Call You Founders. We Call You Superheroes.
Stride.VC Conviction. Commitment. Clarity.
Strategic Cyber Ventures Cybersecurity Focused Venture Capital Investors
Stout Street Capital We believe great startups can be built anywhere.