TriplePoint Capital

Highline Beta is a team of pragmatists with a proven track record of entrepreneurship. We’re unafraid to question our clients’ basic assumptions and challenge them to overcome internal obstacles to growth. We help some of the world’s best-known companies achieve their growth innovation objectives, and invest in the ventures we develop to prove our commitment to collaborative innovation. Highline Beta brings your vision to market, and tells you the truth about how to do it.

White Star Capital is a global multi-stage technology investment platform that invests in exceptional entrepreneurs building ambitious, international businesses. Operating out of New York, London, Paris, Montreal, Toronto, Tokyo, and Hong Kong, our presence, perspective, and people enable us to partner closely with our founders to help them scale internationally. The investment partner for the globally ambitious Technology companies are becoming intertwined with the global economy more so than ever before. In our eyes, the most compelling founders build businesses through a broader world view. Whether by unlocking access to new geographies or appreciating subtle cultural differences, our team was built to partner with these founders regardless of where they are or the industry they're transforming. Connecting three continents across the Atlantic and the Pacific Our team operates with a deep presence in North America, Europe, and Asia so that we can partner with founders to navigate global markets together. We are building a craft out of technology investing Great technology businesses do not emerge overnight, and neither does technology investing that can withstand the test of time. We subscribe to the long-term pursuit of greatness as much as the founders who we partner with do. We specialize in augmenting the founder's vision Brilliant founders see the world through a unique lens of opportunity. We take pride in helping this vision become a global force reshaping our world. We measure our success by the value we add Every inevitable success story is authored by tenacity. We mirror the founder's unrelenting willpower by committing the full weight of our team and by accelerating growth through our unique set of expertise. We believe in doing better by doing good Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives are pressing matters in every corner of our world. We look to partner with founders elevating the status quo not only as business leaders but also as mission driven ambassadors. We back founders building businesses that are truly differentiated across all markets Whether with universally loved products that superscale into many regions or with uniqe business models that cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world, we believe in companies that ultimately define the global standard. We build conviction in early and venture stages through our local presence and intimate understanding of markets across North America, Europe, and Asia. As active partners, we help founders establish a definitive edge not just in their home market but also abroad.

We invest in a new generation of entrepreneurs and accompany the growth of pioneering business models in strategic sectors in order to generate value for our country, so that it can regain the propulsive role that has always distinguished it in the creative, science, technology and creation fields. We are CDP Venture Capital. Shaping Future. PURPOSE We are the largest Venture Capital manager in Italy and among the largest in Europe. We were born thanks to a systemic approach in the management of public and private resources aimed at creating a market operator able to combine aims of return on investment and support for market development. We operate on strategic sectors for the future by investing directly and indirectly in startups, innovative SMEs and Venture Capital funds for the creation of a market infrastructure that can support the entire life cycle of startups. We are subject to specific regulations and are held to norms and standards of financial transparency and prudence to protect investors' interests. Investment evaluations are carried out by experienced managers who are geared to maximize returns within the constraints and objectives defined for each fund or portfolio under management. MISSION Our goal is to build the Italy of tomorrow, putting innovation at the center of the country's economic development, investing in a new generation of entrepreneurs, to regain the driving role in all creative fields, science and technology that has always distinguished us. OUR VALUES We operate by following the best international market standards, investing selectively, mainly together with other market participants, in order to achieve sustainability and returns sufficient to attract subscriptions from third-party investors, to consolidate a long-term ecosystem. We attach great importance to environmental, social, and governance factors, inspiring the substantive aspects of our business with ESG responsibility principles, both for investment opportunities and financial and economic value generation and for attracting top talent. Leadership We are pioneers: purposefully leading the path of innovation. Our leadership is based not only on decisions, but on the ability to inspire new ways of doing business and lead the country into the future. Solidity Soundness is the foundation on which we build our commitment. We have deep roots to grow, ensuring reliability, continuity and sustainability in everything we do. Integrity Integrity is our beacon. We operate with honesty and transparency toward investors and all our stakeholders. We are objective in choosing investments: rational data analysis, unbiased assessment of risk and return are key elements of this approach. Competence Expertise is the engine that fuels our growth and the tool with which we intercept opportunities and meet the challenges of tomorrow every day. In turn, we work to strengthen our distinctive competencies in our various business areas. Selectivity Selectivity is our strength. Each investment is carefully evaluated, consistent with our guidelines, to generate a return of value with the ultimate goal of preserving and enhancing the country's innovation.

You have big ambitions for your venture. As the strategic partner to Canada’s innovators, so do we. Our goal: build strong Canadian companies - and propel them to the global stage. In it with you We’re an active investor. We put in the work needed for our funded ventures to succeed. With equity investment, expert guidance and trusted advice, we can help your high-potential company scale. Invested in results Great companies aren’t made overnight. They take time, ambition, and a long-term view. We understand this – that’s why we’re a patient investor who bring tailored, value-added support based on your sector and stage. Beyond connected Our structure, scale and reach put us at the heart of Canada’s venture capital ecosystem. We’re more than an investor: we’re a dynamic platform here to propel the most innovative companies through development and growth.

ID Ventures supports promising early-stage startups in Michigan with capital and expertise. We are a collaborative investor and provide inclusive access to our resources and network. In addition to capital, our team of experts works with ecosystem partners across our network in order to help our companies prepare for follow-on funding, scale their teams, and develop their boards and advisors. Additionally, our entrepreneurs are joining a family of early-stage companies in which to share, learn, and grow. We provide early-stage investment to promising Michigan-based, high-tech startups, as well as programs that strengthen the startup ecosystem. Since 2009, we have invested in over 200 companies with 14 exits, deployed more than $21 million through multiple funds, and leveraged over $1 billion in additional investment. CRITERIA FOR FUNDING We support companies with high-growth potential that are in the post-idea stage and seeking funding in the Pre-seed to Series A rounds. When considering investment opportunities, we look at a broad range of sectors and startups that meet the following criteria: Key founders and at least one full-time employee in Michigan Minimum Viable Product created Tech-enabled or high-tech component For-profit LLC, C Corp, or S Corp Identified scalable venture path Demonstrated progress against business model INCLUSIVITY MATTERS ID Ventures invests in minority and women led companies at 4x the national average because we see great opportunity in entrepreneurs from all backgrounds. By providing opportunities to underrepresented entrepreneurs, we can ensure representation, respect our state’s diversity, and create a start-up community unlike any other. WHAT TO EXPECT IN OUR FUNDING PROCESSINQUIRY: Fill out our online form to tell us a little about your startup and schedule an introductory phone call. INTERNAL REVIEW: Our team discusses the opportunity and assesses if appropriate to move forward. TEAM MEETING: If continuing the process, we’ll spend time getting to know your company and future plans through a series of virtual or in-person meetings to build a long-term relationship. DILIGENCE: Once both our teams are ready to proceed, we will ask for a set of company materials and references. APPROVAL: Company is reviewed with our investment committee for final approval. DOCUMENTATION: Investment documents are drafted, reviewed, and signed. FUNDING: Funds are disbursed per our agreement with ongoing reporting requirements. WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! Our team provides ongoing resources, support and networking opportunities for continued growth.

We invest in world-class entrepreneurs looking to solve long-term global issues that Japan and the rest of the world will face over the next 30 years (Domain Theme) with the competitive technology that OIST and Japan have a competitive edge in (Technical Theme). We invest in startups at Pre-Team (before full co-founding team) or Pre-Seed (before product launch/ PoC), with follow-on investments at Post-Seed/ Series A (after traction/ PMF). Our motto is “Provide any growth support we can as a part-time ambassador to to our portfolio”. Through weekly meetings + alpha (any ad-hoc support depending on the need), we provide hands-on support to our portfolio companies, from business strategy to execution support most needed at each stage of the company growth. Team Formation Introduction to co-founder/CXO candidate Support for recruitment PR plan Support for building relationships with recruiters Support for formulating Mission-Vision-Value Support for building OKRs Support for implementing in-house collaboration tools ……etc Product Business plan Support on product validation Support for product design specifications Support for introduction of design sprint Introduction to initial product development partner Introduction to product experts ……etc. Growth Business development support for initial sales Support for implementing a system for marketing (content, inbound, B2B, CRM and lead gen) Introduction to digital marketing experts ……etc. Corporate Support for building a KGI/KPI management system Support for building an accounting/ CF management system Introduction to accountants, lawyers, patent attorneys, etc Support for equity financing Support for debt financing Support for corporate finance including M&A ……etc.