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Scale2Capital

Scale2Capital is a process for companies that want to grow smart, and successfully attract the VC capital to do so.

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A process (and partner) like no other

Connect has a unique approach to scaling and Scale2Capital combines 25 years of experience in what makes companies grow with a modern way of raising capital.

In other words, we help companies accelerate their growth sustainably without perishing in the infamous “valley of death”.

For five months you work through your whole business one-to-one with professionals from key areas and ensure you’re set up to scale successfully with the right people and processes in place.

You will attract, not chase, the capital needed to bring the next phase of your company to life.

What’s the big whoop?

There is allegedly no formula for how to successfully scale a startup. Or is there?!..

You have to crack the code and find your own keys, but we’ll be right there with you along the way. Over the years, we’ve seen too many great companies make unnecessary mistakes and perish because of them. Not because they don’t have the potential to grow, but because they lack the know-how, tools, and support needed to create a company that will work well together with a VC.

Here’s how we actually make sure you level up your business and succeed in attracting the right VC-capital…

The good guys of capital

We focus on helping you build a truly professional company, setting you up for sustainable scalability och sucess.

We make sure your company has everything in place, faster. Once it’s professionally done, we connect you to digital marketplaces where you can match you with the right capital – without taking a cut or shares! See? Good guys!

Ready, set, go

All companies preparing to scale are wise to validate their business using experts before hitting the capital markets.

Not doing so can mean making avoidable and costly mistakes. We would rather you focus on growing your business. In Scale2Capital, you get a handpicked team of experts from our extensive community who validate your whole value chain – from your sales pipeline and finances to board composition and the due diligence process.

Matchmaker, matchmaker…

A unique part of our offer is that you get high-quality exposure and matchmaking on three of Europe’s most cutting-edge marketplaces for VC-capital.

No tinder-like approach where you randomly try connecting with any VC out there – smart, AI-driven matchmaking that pinpoints and connects you with high-quality leads from all over Europe. We’re matchmakers, not brokers.

Join the adult’s table

The due diligence required by VCs is no child’s play.

It’s a whole new world if you are only used to working with business angels. VCs are interested in companies with a growth-minded board and a meticulous Investment Memorandum prepared. We’ll help you get everything ready professionally and ensure you’re looking your best as you join the party. Attract, don’t chase.

For who?

The process is specifically designed for companies that intend to scale using VC capital – and avoid the Bermuda Triangle of Growth: Speed, Disruption, Scale.

We work with companies in all industries and regions in Sweden, but you need to have

A revenue / volume of about 5-10 million SEK
A capital need of 10-90 million SEK
A market position that means you either sell to big clients or have high volumes
A registered AB in Sweden
A certain corporate maturity with a board in place

An offer you can’t refuse

Ready to rumble? Here’s what Connect gives you in a nutshell…

The process

5 months
Group-based process but individual coaching by a professional coach
Founder-led discussions
Coached by experts + Connect
Ends with a panel of experts giving you feedback on your whole business

VC-matchmaking

Continuous introductions to VCs
1-4 individual meetings per year
Syndication-opportunities facilitated by Connect

The platforms

Highlighted & verified by Connect on two of Europe’s most exciting platforms for VC-capital (Höpöhöpö, pitchago, techquity.se*)
Access to captial markets with potentially +6000 investors

*Techquity takes 1,5% when they’ve successfully matched you with the capital you need.

The practicalities & price

So, let’s summarize. Scale2Capital is a unique process made and supported by experts for companies wanting to navigate the ”Death Valley”, attract pinpointed VC-capital efficiently, and ultimately scale up sustainably.

Throughout the process you and your business is coached and validated by experts, and by the end of it, you’ll be much more prepared to launch your offer on the capital markets. Once you’re ready, you’re matched with European VCs via three digital platforms, and get individual meetings arranged by Connect.

All this for…

26 000 SEK + 4000 SEK for membership in Connect (including platform memberships)
All in English (since you’ll be presented to investors all over the Nordics & Europe)
5 month process all in all + follow-ups

Connect’s support has been crucial for us to present ourselves in a professional way and reach out to the right investors.

The Scale to Capital process itself and the work with Connect has been structured and efficient for us. The offer has been easy to understand and you have played a central role in our process of developing business plans, presentations, and making valuable contacts with investors.

Everyone in our team is senior and competent, but as we went through the program we found that Connect was able to bring issues to the agenda in a whole new way. I could make a long list of what I think should be done, but sitting down with someone and discussing how to proceed and in what order is incredibly valuable. The external perspective is certainly not to be underestimated!