Macquarie Capital Venture Studio is focused on identifying emerging companies with the potential to transform industries. We provide these early-stage ventures and entrepreneurs with access to our global network and deep industry expertise, while empowering them with capital to grow their businesses.
Our approach
We use a strategic investment criteria to select companies to form meaningful, effective partnerships with. In addition to a financial investment, we provide comprehensive, value-add growth support as they continue to scale.
What we look for
Generally available product with demonstrated commercial sales of >$US3million
Track record of sustained growth with a measurable value proposition to the end user
Defensible technology, process or IP that is clearly differentiated from alternatives
B2B or B2G target market with a TAM >$US500million
Board representation
Initial check size investment of $US1-$20million with opportunity for additional funding across all levels of balance sheet from debt through equity
Our value beyond capital
Meaningful connections: Access to unique customer and supplier networks
Risk management: Established insurance and risk management programs
Global reach: Help expanding to new geographies
Proven track record: Macquarie Capital has 50+ year history helping form new companies
No exit pressures: A differentiated approach vs traditional fund structures
Business development: Access opportunities in the US and beyond, from Asia to Australia.
About Macquarie Capital
Macquarie Capital combines specialist expertise, innovative advice and flexible capital solutions to help our clients and partners make opportunity reality.
Our global corporate M&A, advisory, investing, development and equities capabilities are underpinned by deep sector expertise and a full spectrum of capital solutions from debt, equity, and private capital raising and financing to investing our own capital to enable new opportunities.