We’re looking for entrepreneurs with expertise that can be applied on-the-ground successfully to make a difference. The entrepreneurs must demonstrate a commitment to creating impact in emerging markets and understand how to do so with affordable, scalable, and high-quality products and services. In our experience, we find that it’s best when the founders live or are willing to live in-market.  If this is you, and you have a startup, apply here. If this is you, and you have an idea for a technology, click here.

We offer early stage startups seed funding, mentorship, industry contacts and access to a growing network of service providers and innovators. As a company in our portfolio, you will enjoy synergies with other portfolio companies and opportunities to partner with key organizations and companies already active in your target market. We pride ourselves on the intimate relationship we build with each and every investment we make. Each member of the Invested Development team contributes to working towards the company’s success, including:

• Setting milestones and goals
• Supporting entrepreneurs as they raise their Series A
• Giving candid and honest advice and feedback
• Ensuring that there is no mission drift
• Conducting on-site visits
• Assisting with research and marketing activities
• Sourcing talent

Our Due Diligence process consists of four steps: pre diligence, and phases I, II, and III.

A Note on Passing: Not every investment opportunity is right for us. However, we will always offer feedback and constructive criticism to entrepreneurs whom with we engage. If your venture creates impact and has potential, but doesn’t fit our investment criteria, we will introduce you to other investors we know who could be a great fit.