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Entrepreneur FAQ

  • What is the Hong Kong Investment Network?

     The Hong Kong Investment Network is an online platform designed to connect entrepreneurs (looking for growth or start-up capital) and angel investors (looking for investment opportunities). The Hong Kong Investment Network is unique in that it offers a local, national and global platform with partner networks across Asia and Australasia, North America, South America, Europe, and Africa. The Hong Kong Investment Network is continually growing, developing and updating its extensive database of angel investors.

  • What is an Angel Investor?

     Originally, the term "angel" was coined to refer to the people who financed Broadway plays when all else failed. Today this term has become common among the investment community to refer to a high net-worth individual that invests their own personal funds in various businesses.

  • Who is a typical Angel Investor?

     Angel investors are often retired entrepreneurs or executives, who may be interested in angel investing for reasons that go beyond pure monetary return. These include wanting to keep abreast of current developments in a particular business arena, mentoring another generation of entrepreneurs, and making use of their experience and networks on a less-than-full-time basis. Thus, in addition to funds, angel investors can often provide valuable management advice and important contacts.

  • What is the difference between an Angel Investor and a Venture Capital firm?

     Angels make their own decisions as opposed to a board or group of people making a decision for investors that have pooled money together. Angels tend to be more involved in the businesses that they invest in and provide assistance in ways that venture capital firms do not. Angels typically do not own as large a stake in the company as a venture capital firm would. Another benefit of being an angel investor is the reception of certain tax incentives from controlled small businesses.

  • How do I know if my proposal has been received?

     You will know that your proposal has been received if it appears in the list of "Active Proposals" in your member's area. If there are no proposals in your member's area then you will need to resubmit your proposal. Always write your proposal in another programme and cut and paste to avoid the page timing out.

  • How much does it cost?

     More information can be found on Our Rates Page.

  • Why isn’t it free of charge?

     Many people have asked us why we charge entrepreneurs for the service. Firstly we are running a commercial enterprise and don’t get any public funding, so we need to cover our admin and promotion costs, pay staff to check your submission and pay for the upkeep of the website. Secondly we are providing a valuable service to the entrepreneurs who need the much needed to support to get their ideas in front of investors. To set up a serious business with outside funding you do need to be prepared to spend some money. The fee is very low compared to other companies in the industry who will often charge around 5% of the amount you wish to borrow.

  • Do I have to pay for every contact?

     No, the Standard, Express, Express Plus and Global Express Plus packages all give you to access to the contact details of ALL the investors who wish to contact you. Your proposal remains active for 90 days and all investor contacts are included in this period. You do not need to pay for each contact.

  • Why don’t you take a success fee instead?

     If you think of the Hong Kong Investment Network as the funding equivalent of an online dating agency it makes more sense. You wouldn’t expect a dating agency to only get paid if and when you marry the partner you found on their site. They wouldn’t be able to find you or know you were getting married without employing a private detective! Likewise we can’t hope to individually track everyone who enters their idea over the internet. Often all we have is an email address for you. Plus we have no control over how good your idea is and therefore your likelihood of finding an Angel. There may be a few Angel groups who don’t charge upfront, but they heavily screen incoming ideas and reject about 90% of them, which means most people are left without a chance of connecting with Angels.

  • Why isn’t my proposal appearing in the list of recent proposals?

     If you have just submitted your proposal, it is probably because we haven’t approved it yet. We have to read and activate each proposal before it is released to the investors. Alternatively it may be because you have just edited your proposal, which means that it is removed from the system until we reapprove it.

  • Does my company have to be established?

     No, we accept projects at every stage of development – from ideas to start-up companies to mature businesses. Even if your project is still an idea, it could still be of interest to the investors. They might even have the relevant knowhow and expertise to get the ball rolling.

  • Is there a maximum/minimum investment?

     No, our investors are interested in projects ranging from a few thousand dollars to millions of dollars.

  • Are the contact requests automated?

     No, all the contact requests you receive are from investors who have read your investment proposal and decided they want to discuss your project in more detail.

  • Who are the investors on this website?

     The investors on our website have been compiled from databases of angel investors, company directors and private investment groups. They also include individual investors who have registered in the hope of finding investment opportunities. Our database is continually expanding with new investors looking to invest in companies like yours.

  • How much information should I include in my proposal?

     If you are worried about confidentiality we would advise you not to give away too many details in your proposal. Try and write enough to get the investors interested in your project without revealing the key ideas. In the "Useful Documents" page of our "Get Investor Ready" section, you will find a free NDA document, which you can get all the potential investors to sign before presenting your idea in full.

  • How is my privacy protected?

     The site was developed using proprietary database management tools and a secure server is used to assure that no one sees your business or personal information. Your information is not offered to any third party for any purposes and is guaranteed to be kept confidential and private.

  • Why should I use this service?

     As an entrepreneur, you are already aware of the growing resistance of banks to finance small business. It is virtually impossible to obtain financing without having secured assets, providing personal guarantees, etc.... Angel investors are the logical source to provide financing to small business. With the funds invested growing all the time, the main obstacle is locating and presenting your idea to this large group of investors. The Hong Kong Investment Network allows an entrepreneur to:
    a) Find a source of capital.
    b) Find an experienced investor that can provide guidance and support.
    c) Make it all come together in a fast and efficient way.

  • How will I attract the attention of potential investors?

     When dealing with an angel investor, at the very least your proposal should address the following:
    - How much money do you need?
    - Why do you need it?
    - When do you need it?
    - What are you willing to give up to get it?
    - When and how can you pay it back?
    Investors need your answers to these questions before they will even consider helping you. They are not looking for "pipe dreams" or unprofessional sounding proposals. They expect a reasonably sound business plan as well as an understanding from entrepreneurs that an investor is not going to just blindly hand over significant sums of money with no strings attached whatsoever. They may be angels but there are limits to what they are prepared to do.

  • How can I pay if I don't have a credit card?

     If you are unable to or feel uncomfortable using a credit card, you can pay by PayPal, MoneyBookers or bank transfer.

  • Why am I being asked to pay again?

     You have to pay the Standard, Express, Express Plus or Global Express Plus Fee for every proposal you submit.

  • Due Diligence

     Please be aware that after the initial match has been made it is the entrepreneur’s responsibility to carry out diligence on the investor. Please inform us of any suspicious behaviour.

  • I have other questions. Who do I contact?

     Contact us by email: admin@investmentnetwork.hk

Latest Investors

Netherlands > The Hague

HK$1,000,000 to HK$200,000,000

January 27, 2012

Chris is married with two daughters and three granddaughters, and has been handling International Finance for the past 16 years, with most type of finance transactions. His firm has entered into working agreements with two major banks in the UK and USA for the facilitation of Bank Guarantees, Documentary Letters of Credit, Standby Letters of Credit, Warranties (Avals) and Performance Bonds are now easily obtained.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$100,000 to HK$1,000,000

January 24, 2012

I am a Chartered Accountant and EMBA from a top institution, previously have worked in private equity industry. Currently financial controller of a reputed blue chip organisation. Strong team player looking to establish good working relationship with the incumbent team or to take over control.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$100,000 to HK$8,000,000

January 11, 2012

We have been in business for over 50 years. Our primary business is textiles. We are family owned. Our group does a fair amount of private equity investing, ranging from direct investments into start-ups to well-known pre funds (both locally and overseas). We are keen to find new investments in areas that we can add value the investment if possible, utilizing our experience and know how gained over the last 50 years.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$20,000 to HK$10,000,000

January 9, 2012

I am an entrepreneur running a partnership company successfully. I have professional experience in the financial industry specializing in IT and education. I would be an individual investor with advisory involvement.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$5,000,000 to HK$1,000,000,000

December 25, 2011

- Personal information: Senior Manager of a Hong Kong listed company. - Education: MBA, CPA. - Investment experience: Acquisition, joint venture of food trading companies, food manufacturing companies, logistics companies with investment capital ranging from HKD 10 mil to 1,000 mil. - Anticipated involvement: Expect your company provides referral, information memorandum or proposal from potential companies within the Food & Logistics Companies within Asia, with focus particularly in Mainland China and Hong Kong.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$500,000 to HK$2,000,000

December 21, 2011

I am an MBA , serial entrepreneur, former derivatives trader, process and change management consultant. I am interested in investing in feasible projects. No preference for a specific sector in this region.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$50,000 to HK$5,000,000

October 10, 2011

I am 32 years old with , Engineering degree ,and MBA. Having over 8 years’ experience working with venture capital, Private equity and investment banking companies I am currently working as venture capital investor. I am active in investment circles with a focus on investments in renewables, TMT, new materials, clean tech, biotech, and consumptions related industries.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$50,000 to HK$1,500,000

September 25, 2011

Currently a full-time MBA candidate, I have over 10 years financial services experience in leadership, sales, strategy and M&A capacities and am passionate about investing and growing businesses. I also have a Bachelor of Commerce from Monash University and formal financial planning qualifications. I have been based in HK 5 years, most of which time was spent working for a AA rated bank, responsible for growing its HK operations. During my career I have completed deals in Asia and the USA. I have also managed a small property development project in HK that delivered 117% return over 40 months. In addition to the above mentioned pursuits, I look to take an active role in the community, having been the Chairman of a committee within the Australian Chamber of Commerce from 2007-2011. My wife and I are also very involved in our Church community. I am seeking to invest in and actively help grow a business in Asia with smart, ethical people

United States > Jersey City

HK$250,000 to HK$1,000,000

September 13, 2011

I am seeking passive investments into young and growing companies. Currently, I am working in the US and like to deploy part of the wealth I have generated here back home - I was borned and raised in Hong Kong, graduated from Chinese University, then further my studies in Columbia University and New York University here in the States.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$30,000 to HK$200,000

September 4, 2011

39 year old professional, Italian/Swiss citizen, living in HK. I would like to invest/partner in a small project.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$200,000 to HK$1,000,000

August 23, 2011

I am 37 years old, married professional currently on an expat assignment in Hong Kong. I have an MBA with specialization in Supply Chain and Corporate Finance. I started my post MBA career managing part of Apple's in- bound supply chain. Currently I am working in Amazon's Kindle division, managing a team of Commodity Managers. I relocated to Hong Kong for 2 years, on a special assignment to set up our asia sourcing office. I am an individual investor and would like to get involve in a venture preferably on a Hands-on role or at least an advisory tole.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$500,000 to HK$1,000,000

August 14, 2011

I am Single living in HK since 1991 aged 43 having Master is Finance degree working as financial controller for a reputable trading group, I do have some involvement in ERP development and call center management (India)

France > Neuilly Sur Seine

HK$500,000 to HK$2,000,000

August 14, 2011

Having working in Hong Kong some years ago, I am still passionate about this region of the world. I am now 49 and based in France. In 2000, I have co-founded Companeo, which is now the leading online BtoB european marketplace. We employ 200 staff in France,UK, Germany, Belgium and Holland. I am also an angel investor, ready to bring my international online experience to ambitious teams with online projects.

Macau > Macau

HK$1,000 to HK$500,000

August 3, 2011

I am 39 years old Portuguese man, married, living and working in Macau, China. I am a private lawyer and worked several years as government lawyer. I concluded my law degree in 1997. I don't have much investment experience, but I am interested in investing in web-related projects (or other interesting projects). My objective is to invest as a co-shareholder and be somehow involved in the management of the project. My background is in the legal field and my professional experience is only related with that area. However, I have some hobbies related with the Internet, namely www.asadrive.com I am an individual investor and I would like to build a solid project which would create a steady revenue and be an exciting project to develop.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$0 to HK$250,000

July 18, 2011

I am a financial services professional with more than 21 years experience in Asia. While as an individual investor and entrepreneur, I am starting out, I run a multimillion dollar business across three cities in Asia, and have much in the way of business, budget, managerial, and business startup experience (within a larger firm). I am a problem solver by nature, and looking for the opportunity to be a part of a burgeoning opportunity, and to help entrepreneurs looking to make a start. I am comfortable with either an advisory participation, or to get more hands-on, as the needs of the business dictate.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$0 to HK$1,000,000

July 15, 2011

I'm a Hong Kong based semi-retired finance professional in my early 40s. I am college educated and have spent the last 15 years working in the accounting profession and in investment banking. I have a good working knowledge of legal, regulatory and accounting standards. I have traded in securities and real estate but am new to investing in businesses. I am looking for opportunities to invest as a silent investor although any business that i can draw on my legal and accounting experience. I am an individual investor.

Hong Kong > Inside Hong Kong

HK$100,000 to HK$10,000,000

June 4, 2011

I am 67, married with 2 children and live in Hong Kong for the past 20 years. I am the Managing Director of a Hong Kong Textile Company as well as 2 property companies. I am of German origin but also lived in the UK from where I operated a company with branches in France, Germany, Spain, U.S.A and Canada. I have vast experience in banking, accountancy, logistics, quality control, purchase and sales negotiations and expert knowledge of textiles. In my early years I handled Receivership's for a large accountancy firm in the UK but ever since I have operated my own Companies. In the past I have invested in restaurants, wine importation, forestry, roller blinds, garment companies and car hire operations.

United States > New York

HK$8,000 to HK$1,000,000

May 18, 2011

Wide investment and entrepreneurial experience in the food & beverage industry as well a construction and real estate. Have started businesses and invested over 20,000,000 USD in the Middle East, UK & USA.

United Kingdom > Birmingham

HK$10,000 to HK$100,000,000

May 15, 2011

I am 32 years of age and married. I currently reside in the UK. I have worked extensively in Hong Kong on business investment deals. I have lots of professional business experience in the UK and in Hong Kong and have partners and clients from around the world. I graduated from Oxford University in Computer Science and I have other academic and professional qualifications. I have experience in starting and running my own companies and managing for others as well. I am currently looking for opportunities to invest my own funds and the funds of my partners and clients. I am willing to consider all investments whether small or substantial.

China > Shekou Shenzhen

HK$50,000 to HK$1,000,000

May 12, 2011

Male age 48, married 2 kids live in China on Expat status. University Graduate (Australia). I have started and run a successful business in China since 2000 now with 4 offices in SE Asia. Am a director and board member of several HK and China Companies. I have real estate and property development interests in Australia and China. Interested in good start up ideas and can offer some passive guidance.



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