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What is Founders Capital?
Founders Capital is a technology-enabled investment community that gives individuals access to highly curated private market opportunities. We focus on startups and growth-stage companies that are typically only available to institutional investors and insiders. Our model combines proprietary sourcing, world-class diligence, and community-powered investing.
Who is eligible to invest?
Investing through Founders Capital is only open to individuals who meet our investor eligibility criteria:
• UK Investors
must qualify as self-certified or certified sophisticated investors under Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules.
• International
Investors must qualify as accredited investors under the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or equivalent local regulations.
All prospective members must complete onboarding and verification before accessing deals.
What kinds of companies do you invest in?
We invest across three core categories:
Early-stage (Pre-Seed to Series A)
– Including top-tier accelerator-backed companies such as Y Combinator startups.
Mid-stage (Series A to B)
– Typically founder-led companies raising follow-on capital.
Late-stage (Pre-IPO)
– Secondary opportunities in some of the world’s most valuable private tech companies.
We also selectively back breakout consumer brands through our JetPack partnership.
How are deals sourced?
Our sourcing is tailored to each stage:
Early-stage
– Identified via proprietary AI tools, a trusted founder network, and ecosystem relationships. All deals are scored and reviewed by our investment committee.
Mid-stage
– Often referred by existing portfolio companies or strategic partners.
Late-stage
– Accessed via secondary brokers, fund managers, and family offices with direct exposure to leading pre-IPO companies.
How do members invest?
Once approved, members can browse and invest in opportunities via our secure online platform. Each deal includes a detailed memo, full documentation, and a streamlined investment process. Most deals are structured through SPVs or nominee vehicles.
What fees do you charge?
We charge a one-time access fee per deal to cover legal and operational costs, plus a performance fee on any profits. We do not charge annual management fees.
How risky are these investments?
Private investments are high-risk, illiquid, and long-term. Many early-stage companies fail, and returns are never guaranteed. These opportunities are only suitable for experienced investors who understand and can bear the risks.
How do I apply?
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to begin onboarding. You’ll confirm your investor status, upload documentation, and have a short intro call with our team. Once approved, you’ll receive full access to the platform and current opportunities.
