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FAQ's FOR ENTREPRENEURS

Who is The Capital MatchPoint?

We are a business development and consulting firm based in Atlanta, Georgia, and staffed by financial experts with strong entrepreneurial and investment backgrounds of their own.  The Capital MatchPoint team provides guidance to early stage and emerging growth companies enabling them to fulfill their business plans, locate capital, implement smart strategies, and create a clear, profitable exit strategy.

What is the Capital MatchPoint?

The Capital MatchPoint is the world’s premier online destination for capital funding. It’s the place where businesses (Entrepreneurs) and capital (Investors) meet through a unique web-enabled matching process technology. All matches are created as a result of confidential information and due diligence provided by our members. Our proprietary process sorts and filters this data to identify the best Investor(s) for each unique entrepreneurial business offering.  This ensures that only those deals that match an individual Investor’s criteria and scope of interest are presented for consideration.

How does it work?

1)  The Entrepreneur logs on and completes his/her Profile to include information such as the amount of capital needed, specific industry sector, business stage and the region in which the business is located.
2) The Entrepreneur then completes a Due Diligence checklist and a Data Sheet, which is a comprehensive document designed to serve as a mini due-diligence circular. The finished Profile and Data Sheet are then routed for vetting by our principals to ensure that no objectionable material is housed online. Once the vetting is complete, Entrepreneurs are assigned to a MatchPoint Mentor who will conduct a complimentary review of their presentation prior to submission in the matching process.
3)  Once a subscription is activated, the Profile and Data Sheet are matched to the investment criteria of our Investors in nano-seconds. Appropriate Investors are immediately notified via e-mail and provided with a direct link prompting them to access their new match.
4)  Should there be an interest, Investors have the opportunity to respond and review additional company documents (which can be uploaded onto our secure server).  The Investor will make contact by phone, e-mail or system messages if he/she wishes to pursue the deal.
5) Strict “Terms and Conditions of Use,” non-disclosure and privacy policies are adhered to in order to keep data secure. Data encryption ensures that the only parties that view information are mutually agreed upon providers and recipients. No Offering Documents are allowed on the site to comply with the Securities and Exchange Commission regulations.

How much does this cost?

The Capital MatchPoint offers a FREE Introductory Plan which provides (1) access to the online Resource Library and (2) initial business listing capabilities WITHOUT Investor matching.

Paid plans include Standard Unlimited Subscription ($99/month) and Premium Unlimited Subscription ($199 for three months + $49/month thereafter, 33% savings). Both of these plans allow for Entrepreneur data to be activated and submitted into the Investor matching process.

What exactly do I get with a paid subscription plan?

• Your capital needs are matched to the Investors based on their specified investment criteria (industry, stage preference, amount of capital deployment, type of funding and region).
• The matching Investors are sent your Profile, including the Data Sheet and Due Diligence questionnaire.
• You may upload documents onto our secure server for Investors to view. This might include business plan, executive summary, PowerPoint presentations and/or videos. No Offering Documentation is allowed per SEC rules.
• You’ll also be provided with your own personal, live MatchPoint Mentor, who reviews your online documents to ensure that you are making your best pitch.
• Complete access to our Resource Library, Forums and Event Calendars for upcoming podcasts, webinars, seminars, conventions and networking events.

How do I create my DataSheet?

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Who sees my company Profile and Data Sheet?  

The only Investors that can view your information are venture capital firms and accredited angel Investors. No registered brokers, investment banks, vendors or other entrepreneurs may read the online information.

Do you list who the investors are?

Our experience has proven that the biggest challenge faced by Investors is being spammed with deals that are “thrown over the transom” via random contact. That’s why we protect the privacy of our registered Investors via a process that controls access and information sharing.

Will my information be sold? Will you spam me?

The Capital MatchPoint does NOT sell or rent any data from within our system, nor do we send out any unsolicited third-party emails. We also promise not to spam you. However, we may send an occasional e-mail about your account or our services. All subscribers are required to double opt-in to use our service and verify that their e-mail address is accurate.

Does Capital MatchPoint receive stock in my company?

No. We only receive fees from paid subscriptions and our related product and service offerings.

Are you a broker/dealer?

No. The Capital MatchPoint is not a broker/dealer and does not act in any capacity as one. We take no finder’s fees, brokerage fees, investment banker fees or success fees.

How many Investors do you have?

The Capital MatchPoint maintains a select group of Investors that have been fully vetted against the highest of standards. Unlike other companies, we focus on the quality of our investor community versus the quantity of persons on our roster. The current number of active Investors – and available business start-up capital – can be viewed on The Capital MatchPoint home page.

How long has The Capital MatchPoint been in operation?

We have been consulting with start-up companies in various stages for nearly a decade, positioning them for long-term growth and sustainability. Our principals and support staff have the experience, knowledge and tools to help you in your search for capitalization. Find out why when you read the About Us section of this web site.

I’m concerned that someone may try to copy my business idea. Is that possible if I sign up for The Capital MatchPoint?

Such concerns are understandable. However, this tactic usually is not generally acted on by Investors due to the potential for litigation. You might consider revealing only the information necessary to gain interest and/or ask the Investor sign a confidentiality or non-disclosure agreement. But use this request judiciously. This is typically viewed as a “rookie move” in the eyes of professional capital providers.

What about SEC and/or regulatory issues?

The Capital MatchPoint exists as an introduction service. Therefore, any meetings, negotiations or personal contact of any kind is done off site. No Offering Documents of any kind are allowed on The Capital MatchPoint. We are not a broker/dealer and are not allowed to provide Investors with this type of information. Nor does The Capital MatchPoint guarantee the regulatory compliance of any post.