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Belle Michigan Fund
United States
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Belle Impact Fund is a venture capital firm dedicated to early-stage investments in women-led startups, focusing on sectors like digital, mobile, cloud technology, life sciences, medical devices, advanced manufacturing, and alternative energy. Notable investments include Sisu Global Health, AdAdapted, and Accio Energy. Primarily targeting Michigan and underserved markets in the US, Belle Impact Fund champions businesses generating social or environmental impact. The fund's strategy involves investing between $25K to $250K, often leading or co-leading early-stage rounds, with a preference for disruptive technologies and first-to-market innovations. Belle Impact Fund also reserves up to 25% of its committed capital for follow-on investments, ensuring continued support for its portfolio companies. Post-investment, Belle provides hands-on assistance to help startups achieve rapid growth and high-value exits. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs and executives Carolyn Cassin and Nancy Philippart, the fund leverages their vast networks and operational expertise to foster a supportive environment for founders. Belle Impact Fund seeks coachable entrepreneurs with deep domain knowledge and prioritizes companies that require relatively small amounts of capital for sustainability. Approaching Belle Impact Fund involves showcasing a strong potential for market disruption and readiness for collaborative growth. They value startups that are innovative, scalable, and have a clear path to profitability.
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