What sort of companies does Foresight Capital Corporation like to finance?
Foresight Capital Corporation operates as a liaison between our investor syndicate and corporate candidates. Our syndicate generally invests in emerging, growth-oriented companies requiring early-stage funding for private, initial or secondary public offerings are facilitated as well.
Who does Foresight Capital Partner's syndicate prefer to finance?
Foresight Capital Corporation' syndicate seeks to back outstanding entrepreneurs with an urgent desire to succeed. Though no specific background is required, we look for at least some of the following in founders: domain knowledge of a particular industry; ability to think and react quickly to changing markets and competitors; ability to attract an outstanding team; a desire to create wealth for founders, employees, and shareholders.
What size investment does Foresight Capital's syndicate typically make?
Our investments may range from $25,000 to $15 million.
What is Foresight Capital Corporation' geographic focus?
Foresight Capital Corporation is not geographically limited.
At what stage does Foresight Capital Corporation typically invest?
Foresight Capital Corporation' investments are primarily aimed at early stage private companies. We facilitate investments in existing portfolio companies as appropriate.
What types of markets are attractive to Foresight Capital Corporation?
Foresight Capital Corporation' syndicate of investors like to invest in markets that are potentially very large (at least $1 billion) and growing rapidly.
What is Foresight Capital Corporation' role after an investment is made?
In cases where the syndicate is an early stage investor, Foresight Capital Corporation will work with the client to select key management, formulate company strategy, facilitate additional financing, and even offer office space if necessary. If we are investing in a later stage, we take a proactive role commensurate with the company's growth. Typically, no involvement is required one the funding has been identified and invested.
What is the best way to get introduced to Foresight Capital Corporation?
Compelling business opportunities present themselves in many forms. Priority is always given, however, to companies with well-constructed business plans and to individuals referred by entrepreneurs, lawyers, accountants or consultants known to the firm. Foresight Capital Corporation is also encouraged by an energized management team dedicated to cultivating growth oriented and highly profitable enterprise.
How long does it take for Foresight Capital to make an investment decision?
A typical investment review takes 2 to 4 weeks. Timing typically relates to the maturity of the idea and relative depth of the management team.
Does Foresight Capital Corporation usually control portfolio companies?
No. We do not control our client corporations. We are only interested in minority positions.
How active is Foresight Capital Partners with its portfolio companies?
We work at least as hard to support our portfolio companies as we do to identify promising new investments. We take our advocacy role seriously and will work with you to customize our involvement to the needs of the company.
Who are Foresight Capital Corporation' investors?
Foresight Capital Corporation is allied with a syndicate of investors who are directly involved in the review of new business opportunities. Foresight Capital Corporation' investors are institutions and private investors. We also have an affiliate fund, which co-invests with the firm and is open to individuals who provide strategic benefits to our portfolio companies.
What is the process for making an investment decision?
Foresight Capital Corporation operates on consensus of its syndicate partners. Prior to engagement, we will conduct industry, customer and personal reference checks, and thoroughly review your business plan and assumptions, management, market acceptance, and preliminary valuation.
What is the length of time Foresight Capital usually holds an investment?
On average, we hold investments for approximately 2 to 4 years, but may hold them longer if necessary. We are most involved in the early stage of a company's development.
What format should entrepreneurs use when presenting for Foresight Capital?
We like business plans that communicate opportunities clearly and concisely. In general, you should include the following: detailed background (including full resumes) of founders; description of the market opportunity; description of the products (or services) in development or to be developed; a three to five year summary of financial projections (though we are skeptical of projections beyond month 6 in early stage markets); and a capitalization table.
What is the Syndicate program?
Foresight Capital Corporation selects a small number of previously highly successful entrepreneurs to work with the firm and its portfolio companies in an active support role. The Syndicate assists companies in recruiting management, guiding strategy, information technology, and sometimes assumes an ongoing active board role.
Does Foresight Capital Corporation always want a board seat?
Usually, Foresight Capital Corporation will require "board observation" rights. The specifics of board composition, however, depend on investment size, syndicate and company needs and desires.
