Invest
Forward Technologies provides limited access to our portfolio in the form of an investment fund. Our small network of accredited investors support our efforts to fund a wide range of projects and founders. We offer this access because we have found it delivers interest, contacts, and exposure for our top products to a small group of people who are truly passionate about the kind of work they do.
For Investors
We don't have specific criteria for industries or investment stage. We base our choices on measurable analytics and data-driven decision-making. While each deal may have its own measurables and variables, we judge our decision to invest in any deal on these criteria:
The people
Who is on the team, what is their experience.
Product/proof of concept
While there is a "wow" factor involved, we try to base this in an understanding of the technology or the need for this product.
Market factors
To the best extent possible, we try to understand the need for the product and how it provides a solution.
Deal structure
What kind of round and valuation makes sense.
For Company Founders
When we invest in your company, you gain access to our management team and connect with our network. This can lead to introductions with advisors, customers, future investors, talent, PR and marketing teams, warm introductions, customer acquisition specialists, and lead generation strategies.
We also offer matching services with other members of our portfolio to find complementary partnerships, potential customers, and other synergies.
Financing
Even when we provide a small amount of funding to beef up support systems or extend your operating capital, you receive the full benefit of being part of our accelerator and our portfolio.
Network
We offer access to influencers and experts with extensive experience and insight into many different disciplines.
Strategic Advice
Our people have been through it before, both with successful ventures and failures. This experience in business can act as a useful sounding board for your company's leadership.
Demo day
After receiving our coaching and advice, you will be ready to present to a who's-who of the tech world.