Growth capital (fundraising)

New markets, additional capacity, innovative products or strategic projects often require more than just operational strength. Having the right level of capital lays the foundation for implementing growth in a targeted manner and consistently capitalising on development opportunities.

intelligentis assists companies in raising growth capital and supports them in preparing, structuring and implementing fundraising processes. We combine financing strategy, an investor’s perspective and transaction experience to create a professional foundation for the next phase of the company’s development.

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Why growth capital is a strategic success factor

Growth capital enables companies to access additional equity for investment, expansion and strategic development projects. The funding can be used, for example, to enter new markets, launch new products, expand capacity or undertake transformation projects.

At the same time, bringing in new investors brings with it specific requirements. Investors expect transparent company information, robust planning and a convincing outlook for future development.

At intelligentis, we do not view fundraising in isolation as merely a financing process. The injection of growth capital influences enterprise value, capital structure and the company’s future development. That is why we provide comprehensive support to companies in the preparation and execution of funding rounds.

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Our services in the area of growth capital

Fundraising strategy

We develop bespoke fundraising strategies and align capital requirements, corporate objectives and investor outreach.

Equity Story & Investor Materials

We organise relevant company information and produce informative documents for potential investors.

Investor identification

We identify investors whose investment profile is a good fit with the company’s size, sector and growth strategy.

Investor Presentation

We support the structured approach to potential investors and coordinate further communication.

Support with negotiations and legal proceedings

We provide support throughout the entire fundraising process and assist with negotiations right through to the completion of the financing.

Our approach to consultancy

Successful fundraising is based on a clear strategy, robust company information and professional preparation. These factors provide guidance for investors and enhance the quality of the entire process.

That is why we provide structured support to companies, from analysing their capital requirements right through to the implementation of the financing.

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Analysis

We analyse capital requirements, the company’s situation and growth targets as the basis for the future financing strategy.

Positioning

We develop a compelling equity story and lay the groundwork for professional discussions with investors.

Investor process

We identify suitable investors and support the structured approach to potential investors.

Implementation

We support negotiations, consultations and decision-making processes right through to the successful implementation of the financing.

When growth capital makes sense

Growth capital can be utilised at various stages of a company’s development. The specific capital requirements and objectives determine the scale and structure of a funding round.

Typical areas of application for growth capital include:

Expansion into new markets or regions
Expansion of sales and market presence
Product development and innovation
Digitalisation and transformation projects
Building additional capacity
Acquisitions and ‘buy-and-build’ strategies
Strengthening the equity base

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Frequently asked questions about growth capital and fundraising

For many companies, raising growth capital is not part of their day-to-day business. Consequently, there is a wide range of questions relating to investors, company valuations and the preparation for a funding round.

intelligentis guides companies through the entire fundraising process and helps them to assess key strategic and financial issues. The following questions address topics that we regularly encounter.

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What is growth capital?

Growth capital refers to equity capital that companies use to finance their next phase of development. The funds can be used, for example, for expansion, innovation, market development or strategic investments.

When is fundraising a good idea?

Fundraising offers companies the opportunity to raise additional equity capital for investments and growth projects. The specific arrangements depend on capital requirements, business objectives and the investor base.

How do companies find suitable investors?

The selection of suitable investors is based, amongst other things, on the sector, company size, capital requirements and growth strategy. intelligentis assists in identifying relevant investors and supports the structured approach to potential investors.

What documents do investors expect to see?

Investors generally expect to see company information, financial indicators, projected figures and a clear growth strategy. The quality of these documents influences the subsequent valuation of the company.

What role does business valuation play?

Company valuation serves as an important basis for discussions with investors. It provides transparency regarding the company’s value, value drivers and its current financial position.

What sets intelligentis apart when it comes to fundraising projects?

intelligentis combines corporate finance, M&A expertise and an understanding of investors. This enables us to view fundraising in the context of enterprise value, capital structure and long-term corporate development.

Financing growth successfully

Raising growth capital opens up additional financing opportunities for investment, expansion and strategic development projects. A structured approach provides clarity on capital requirements, investor engagement and process design.

We support entrepreneurs, shareholders and management teams in planning and implementing fundraising projects and provide support throughout the entire financing process.

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