The startup operates an equity crowdfunding platform that enables small and medium-sized enterprises in Japan to raise capital for growth by connecting them with investors interested in unlisted companies targeting initial public offerings or buyouts. This platform addresses the funding gap for venture companies, allowing investors to earn returns while supporting the development of the Japanese economy.
Funding
$52.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Japan face challenges in securing growth capital due to limited access to traditional funding sources. Investors often lack opportunities to invest in promising unlisted companies with IPO or M&A potential, hindering economic development.
Solution
FUNDINNO operates an equity crowdfunding platform that connects SMEs seeking capital with investors interested in supporting their growth. The platform enables companies targeting IPOs or M&As to raise funds by offering equity to individual investors. FUNDINNO also provides FUNDOOR, a cloud-based management software for venture companies that streamlines shareholder management, general meetings, financial oversight, and IR communications. Furthermore, FUNDINNO MARKET facilitates the trading of unlisted shares among investors through a shareholder community system.
Target Audience
The primary users are SMEs in Japan seeking growth capital and investors interested in supporting unlisted companies with high growth potential.
Features
- Equity crowdfunding platform for SMEs to raise capital from individual investors
- FUNDOOR: Cloud-based management software for shareholder management, general meetings, and IR
- FUNDINNO MARKET: Platform for trading unlisted shares among investors
- Access to investment opportunities in companies targeting IPOs or M&As
- Minimum investment amounts starting from approximately ¥100,000
- Due diligence and screening process for listed companies
- Support for companies in raising capital exceeding ¥100 million through partnerships
- Angel Tax System eligibility for investors to receive tax benefits