There is no fixed sum, although generally most investments never start lower than £5,000, with no upper limit we do not put any member of the network under pressure to invest, although, clearly if you join the Angel network there is an expectation that you will invest in the right opportunity.
The Minerva Business Angel Network has been around a long time – infact longer than most netwoks in the UK and indeed the world – but that is no guarantee we only ever see the best and probable “stars” of the future.
No, unless that is one of the conditions imposed by the investors.
Yes of course, and many of our members actually are. Minerva Business Angel Network is well known and we have good links and relationships around the country and are members of the British Business Angels Association.
Ultimately your success depends on the strength of your proposal. We will only accept your company as a Minerva client if we believe there is a realistic probability of success.
Our charges are simple to understand and our level of service and structure is geared to ensure you get the best chance possible of raising the capital you require.
Whether you borrow from the bank or take on external investors, they all expect to have a say in what you do with their money.
No. For businesses to grow and be sustainable they need competitive advantages and other commercial strengths, and that is what investors look for.
Typically it takes 3-6 months to go through the investment process.
There are two main categories: Equity and Debt. Equity investments are made in exchange for part-ownership or ‘equity’ in the recipient company. Debt investments are what we normally think of as a loan. An Investor may offer either or a combination of both types.