Investment Process

How We Partner

A transparent, step-by-step look at how we go from first contact to long-term partnership. No black boxes. No gatekeeping.

01

Apply

Day 1

Submit your application through our online form. We ask for the essentials: your team, your vision, your traction, and your funding ask. No 50-page decks required.

  • Complete our 5-step online application
  • Upload your pitch deck (PDF)
  • Share financial overview if available
  • Describe your market opportunity
02

Initial Review

48 Hours

Every application is reviewed by a member of our investment team — not an algorithm. We assess founder-market fit, market size, traction, and strategic alignment with our thesis.

  • Reviewed by a dedicated partner
  • Assessment of market and team fit
  • Response within 48 business hours
  • Constructive feedback if not a fit
03

Founder Meeting

Week 1–2

A 30–45 minute discovery conversation with a Launchpad partner. We want to understand your journey, your insights about the market, and why you're uniquely positioned to win.

  • 30–45 min video call
  • Deep conversation on vision and insight
  • Q&A with a general partner
  • Next steps communicated within 24hrs
04

Due Diligence

Week 2–4

Our DD covers market analysis, competitive landscape, customer reference calls, financial model review, legal background checks, and technical diligence where relevant.

  • Market and competitive analysis
  • Customer and reference calls
  • Financial model and unit economics
  • Legal and background checks
05

Investment Decision

Week 3–5

Our investment committee meets weekly. Decisions are made based on conviction, not consensus. If we say yes, a term sheet follows within 24 hours. If no, you get honest feedback.

  • Weekly investment committee meeting
  • Term sheet within 24hrs of decision
  • Standard, founder-friendly terms
  • Clear explanation of our decision
06

Partnership Begins

Week 5–7

Legal docs, wire, and onboarding to the Launchpad ecosystem. You'll be introduced to our LP network, portfolio community, talent database, and your dedicated partner contact.

  • Legal documentation and signing
  • Capital wire within 5 business days
  • Portfolio and LP network introductions
  • Dedicated partner onboarding call
07

Growth Support

Ongoing

Our job doesn't end at close. Regular check-ins, access to our talent database, customer introductions, follow-on fundraising support, and a seat at the table for every major decision.

  • Monthly strategic check-ins
  • Quarterly board engagement
  • Access to talent and customer network
  • Follow-on fundraising support