Other Funding Sources

The NKY ezone can assist you in preparing for a variety of funding opportunities.  We are networked and regularly communicate with the various groups mentioned below in assisting our clients in commercializing their ideas.

Angel Networks

Much work and traction must be established prior to seeking funds from Venture Capital firms. This work still requires capital from sources beyond you, family, and friends. As a state and a region, this capital need is being addressed by Angel investors. Angels Networks usually consist of successful business people showing appreciation for their own accumulation of wealth by assisting others in their dreams of starting a business. The ezone is connected to several groups of Angel Investors and will help you prepare for this engagement.

Venture Capital

Most companies in the fast-growth, high-tech field that we support will need to look beyond traditional financing methods to achieve success. The ezone has helped more than 70 clients secure over $15 million in equity investments over the last year.

We will work with you to:

• make the connections with local and statewide investment networks
• enhance your business plan and investor presentation to increase your chance for success.

Banks

Banks lend based on securities and that often leaves them out picture for start-up companies. Credit cards are often a source of early stage capital and other options become more relevant as your company grows and acquires assets that can be leveraged.