EMIRATISM BUSINESS NETWORKING

Seed financing: Provided ahead of the launch of the business, and allows for the development of the business concept, the creation of a business plan, market research, and finally, bringing the product in question to the market. This type of investment usually requires a fair amount of involvement and support on the part of the venture capital firm, and is therefore generally a less popular option, except for specialist firms. Often this type of funding comes from family members or friends, keen to invest in a new venture. Start-up financing: Does what it says on the tin, really. Start-up financing is designed to support small businesses through the product development period, and with initial marketing. Smaller start-ups are less likely to be of interest to VC investors, but as with seed financing, there are some specialist firms that may be willing to invest. Early stage financing: Designed to provide support during the manufacturing and sales process to businesses that have developed their product, but are not yet profitable Development/Growth financing: Designed to assist in the expansion of an existing company. Abundant funds are available from private and corporate investors, or so-called ‘business angels’, for business start-ups.