Tech Founders in the U.S.: Our investor network is extensive, covering a wide range of geographies and sectors. However, we do not consider Consumer Packaged Goods/Direct-to-Consumer goods such as sneakers and snacks. We are particularly interested in startups with valuations around or below $20M with lower valuations attracting more of our focus.

Tech Founders in the Philippines: We have a keen interest in marketplaces, SaaS, Fintech, and AgriTech ventures.

We invite innovative and driven tech entrepreneurs from the U.S. and the Philippines who are ready to accelerate their growth and connect with the right investors to submit their startup proposals. Our aim is to empower your startup journey with valuable resources and connections.

Analysts from our fund meticulously examine the received decks and distribute the most promising ones to potential investors, based on investor alignment with each proposal.

Investors regularly peruse this curated list to identify startups that spark their interest, guided by your website, description, deck links, and more.

Our investors operate independently, each managing their own fund. They directly connect with founders if they find a startup intriguing. We don’t invest as a cohesive group, so if you don’t hear from us, it signifies that none of the individual investors were captivated by your startup.

Please note that we don’t offer feedback on your deck submission; our role is to facilitate the connection between you and potential investors.

Rest assured, our analysts will meticulously review your deck, considering every slide in detail. If your startup captures our interest post-review, we will prioritize and endorse your deck to our investor team for serious consideration.

Our investors, each managing their own dedicated fund, directly engage with founders when they find a startup compelling. Please note, we don’t invest collectively as a group. If you don’t receive a response from us, it implies that none of our individual investors were captivated by your proposal.

Please be aware that we do not provide feedback on your deck submission — our primary role is to channel prospective deals to our investors.

Halo Collective is an effective platform for startups, especially those based in the U.S. and the Philippines, to gain priority attention from VCs. We offer a more efficient pathway than direct emailing, as we provide a compelling narrative on why your startup stands out post our review.

Investor compatibility is assessed through a comprehensive vetting process that involves several key steps:

1. Understanding Investor Expectations: It’s crucial to understand the expectations of potential investors and ensure their visions align with the company’s goals. This involves discussing their business philosophy, motivations, and financial terms.
2. Checking Track Records: A thorough review of potential investors’ track records is essential. This includes their past investments, their involvement in those companies, and the outcomes of those investments.
3. Assessing Industry Knowledge: The investor’s knowledge of the industry and its compatibility with the company’s investment strategy is another important factor. This can provide insights into how well they understand the market and the challenges the company might face.
4. Evaluating Terms of Investment: The terms at which the investment is made should not significantly alter the return profile of the company. It’s important to ensure that the terms are fair and in line with market standards.
5. Conducting Due Diligence: This involves a thorough investigation of the investor, including their financial stability, reputation, and any potential issues that might affect the investment or the company.
6. Discussing the Post-Investment Relationship: It’s important to understand what the relationship will look like after the investment. This includes discussing reporting requirements, performance measurement, and how the investor can contribute to the business beyond just providing capital.

By following these steps, companies can increase their chances of finding compatible investors who can contribute to their success.