Conductive Ventures

Flashpoint Venture Capital invests in Western Tech Companies founded by expats from Emerging Europe & Israel. By combining our capital and expertise with the vision and talent of tech founders we are always pushing for the next flashpoint. Our sweet spot is business-to-business software-as-a-service solutions and business-to-consumer applications in the initial revenues stage (late seed-round “A”). We are happy to learn about any innovative software solutions, even in pre-revenue stages. StrategyFocus on late-seed and Series A stage companies, however could consider seed investments in areas of our sector expertise or with co-investors we know. The sweet spot is business-to-business software-as-a-service solutions, however, we also invest in compelling business-to-consumer applications. Our focus is on software or software enabled companies, but we could also consider “software-first” hardware businesses. Initial check size of US$1-4m, following up to US$15m over the life of our investment. We are seeking 10-20% stakes with Board roles to enable our value-add. We are sector and business model agnostic. Investment criteriaA team of expert founders having achieved good initial traction (US$50-200k MRR) and tackling a sizable problem. Compelling product with sticky customers and low/negative churn. Business models with solid economics and LTV/CACs above 3x. Scalable sales/marketing channels, either inbound or outbound. First-mover or other lasting competitive advantage. Time horizon to potential exit is not a major consideration. Investment processWe like meeting companies early on in their development. Even at that stage before we invest, we could be helpful with our network or professional advice. We apply a structured analytical approach to evaluating the company. We are always interested in learning more about financial and operating metrics. Our investment terms are company friendly and could be tailored to particular needs and situations. Post term sheet signing we have a standardised due diligence process across main business areas – business, tech/intellectual property, finance, legal, tax, and others. From term sheet signing to closing a transaction the process can take one or two months depending on the speed of the company in assisting in the due diligence process.

ABS Capital partners with software and tech-enabled services companies to accelerate growth and create sustainable, scalable business models. ABS Capital provides growth equity capital to B2B software and tech-enabled services businesses with strong technology and data underpinnings looking to scale with the right partners. Building businesses has been our passion for more than 30 years. Over that time, we have invested in approximately 130 companies across eight funds. Starting from a deep respect for what it takes to build a company, we bring our investing, operational, infrastructure, technology, and business development skills to support and amplify the success of growing businesses. We choose companies carefully, just as they choose us. We invest in them, advise them, and inspire them.

We drive meaningful equity value creation by executing on what we know best -expanding the sales funnels of our partnership companies, putting ready-to-close opportunities in front of their commercial teams. Investment Criteria We make minority investments ($0.5M-10M check sizes) in B2B product and services companies with at least $0.5M in annual recurring revenue. Our value-add comes via implementing our lead generation engine, which pairs best with companies whose addressable market consists of SMBs with ARRs above $5k per client. Applied Expertise We are a noninvasive, minority equity partner that supports founders who are operationally prepared to grow 5-10x in the next couple of years through the application of our expertise in sales leads generation and talent acquisition. Flexible Participation 100% of our capital comes from the founders of BairesDev, meaning we have no predetermined time frame to realize exits. Our participation can come in the form of cash and implementation of our proprietary growth engine, or solely implementation of our growth engine if cash is not a need. Growth Accelerators BDev Ventures is the investment arm of BairesDev, a leading nearshore technology solutions company with a reach all across the U.S. and Latin America. We invest in and accelerate B2B product and services companies by implementing the same lead generation and talent recruiting engine that has allowed BairesDev to become the largest 100% bootstrapped and organically-grown IT services company in history, and the fastest-growing software development company in the world. As a result of our momentum with BairesDev, we created BDev Ventures to invest in and transform already promising companies into world-class organizations by powering them with the same growth framework that fuels BairesDev. We make minority equity investments in high-potential B2B product and services companies that are operationally prepared for exponential growth with a jolt from our proprietary growth framework. Our value-add is much more tangible and transparent than what traditional VC groups pitch, with our partnership companies seeing the top of their sales funnels expand by several orders of magnitude thanks to our growth framework.

Our mission is to support the region's most promising ventures with capital, experience and a wide-ranging professional network, enabling them to transform their industry with innovation. Who we areWe know how to do business in Central Europe: our team members completed 100+ transactions in the region - be it acquisition or exit - set growth strategies, strengthened management teams, entered new markets with dozens of companies. Beyond funding we contribute our extensive experience and unique business network to the benefit of our portfolio companies. We gained our corporate governance, financial and business execution experience at the most prominent and successful corporations and advisory firms of Central and Eastern Europe, we know how to achieve success at international scale. We have strong and committed LPs enabling us to support our portfolio companies in the long-run, through several investment rounds. Our ticket size of EUR 1-10 million is a unique proposition in the CEE region, it allows regional scale-ups to pave their way towards international fundraising and success. OUR FOCUSWe typically invest in scale-up companies whose product/service has been validated by the market, teams on a strong growth path in need of capital of EUR 1 million or more; We lead and actively participate in private equity transactions as well, be it buyout or venture creation deals; Mobility, energy and sustainability as well as b2b services and software are our focus industries, however, we are open to support teams active in other areas as well; We are excited to work with other VC and PE firms, creating synergistic relationships for the benefit of our portfolio companies; While the focus of our interest is Central Europe we have the opportunity to invest all around Europe; Most important of all we are searching for high-performance teams of outstanding professionals, committed to realize their goals and consider their investors as active partners for growth.

We focus on founders building technologies that are redefining legacy industries Long-Term Capital We invest for the long-term; we’ve guided many of our portfolio companies to IPO or acquisition - and beyond. Concentrated Portfolio Making just four to five investments per year, we run a concentrated portfolio to ensure every company we back receives the resources it requires. Value-Add Partner We leverage our Global 2000 network, extensive experience, and operational expertise to drive value. Target Investment Criteria We've been partnering with founders of industry-disrupting, fast-growing tech businesses since 2006, working with companies that have strong product-market fit and generate $5 million to $100 million-plus in annual sales. We typically take minority stakes, investing between $20 million to $100 million. Investment Size $20 million to $100 million Company CharacteristicsEstablished product-market fit Substantial customers & a large TAM Strong teams with shareholder alignment 20%-100%+ growth Generally recurring or reoccuring revenue High customer retention Strong market position, with competitive moats Solid unit economics Structuring ApproachWe support without seeking control. We are minority investors, with a lead investor mindset who take board representation. We provide capital for growth/expansion, acquisition financing, optimizing capital structure and shareholder liquidity needs.

Founded in 2018 and based in Atlanta, GA, Knoll Ventures invests in Pre-Series A tech enabled B2B companies. In Spring 2022, we closed our second fund to support founders at the earliest stages of the growth process where we help drive value creation and increase the odds of success. Our‍ approach We lead or co-lead $500,000 to $3,000,000 investment rounds in B2B technology-enabled companies at the pre-seed, seed, and post-seed stages. We understand that no two early-stage companies take the same path from Point A to Point B, and we're adept at helping founders navigate their way. We look for passionate founders who see around corners, intimately understand customer pain points, and articulate a future vision that feels all but inevitable. Stage Expertise: By focusing on Pre-Series A companies, we've developed a unique perspective on the challenges encountered by founders at this stage. Whether starting a business or facing what feels like an insurmountable obstacle, we aspire to be the first call a founder makes when looking for actionable advice. Alignment: We align ourselves with founders through our deep knowledge of round objectives and a scalable investment structure, creating a dynamic where we win only if the founders win. Network: We make the right introductions at the right time knowing that meaningful connections during this critical stage in the growth process can dramatically improve a company's trajectory. Our impact Our commitment extends far beyond the dollars invested. We take a long-term perspective when partnering with founders to identify ways to add value beyond just writing a check. PRE-INVESTMENT Round Objectives Alignment of Interests Syndicate Construction POST-INVESTMENT Growth Strategy Execution Strategic Introductions Follow-On Fundraising