OUR MISSION
WHAT WE DO
YOUR CONCEPT
If you have nothing more than an idea, then look no further we’re one of the few firms who invest at concept stage. Even huge corporations began life as nothing more than an idea, we can turn that idea into a business.
OUR ANGELS
Our angel investors are sent directly from heaven. Personal, committed, and involved, our angels, including our founder Raj Dhonota, offer the guidance and mentoring crucial for a business at concept stage.
YOUR TEAM
The most important aspect of your business is the team. Most startups fail because the relationships aren’t right. We’ll help you find the right people for your startup, including skilled and experienced cofounders to keep your business on track.
OUR MENTORS
Our diverse and knowledgeable network of mentors provide advice and support to work through any early setbacks and strategise for the future.
SOFTTECH SPECIALISTS
Our expertise in turning softtech concepts into platforms and businesses is virtually unrivalled. If you want to start a business that will rely on a website or an app – then look no further than our experience, our contacts and, ultimately, our investment.
GROWTH AND INVESTMENT
We aim to be the first investment your business will receive, but not the last. We’ll take you from concept to traction, and then use our network to find your next investor, to further fuel the growth of your business.
OUR FOUNDER
Raj is our founder, and is now a prolific pre-seed angel investor, following a number of successful entrepreneurial business ventures which have provided the capital for this.
Having found a number of mentors during the course of his own business career, beginning at a young age with his uncle, Raj is now committed to giving something back by fostering the entrepreneurial spirit in others.
This means he now focuses on investing in concept stage startups, providing the investment, mentoring and guidance they need to succeed. It also means Raj participates in charitable initiatives such as ‘Apps for Good’, as well as sharing his business acumen and wisdom in regular online columns and blogs.
PORTFOLIO
BLOG
22 May 2018Why your business needs an app
If you’d asked us at RDI when we were but children, we’d never have been able to predict the extent
15 May 20183 Inspirational people who have gone from idea to investment
Seeing an idea to investment can sometimes feel like an impossible task. Competition is fierce and more and more investors
8 May 20185 Top tips for when looking for an angel investor
Angel investors are the most likely way for you to be able to find funding and investment for your company.
1 May 20186 Steps to a winning business pitch
You’ve carefully created your business idea, done your research, written your business plan and now, all that is left, is
NEWS
How to beat the startup slump
Date-7 Jun 2017
My advice in BusinessZone on how to beat the startup slump.
The Rise of Millennial Entrepreneurs
Date-23 May 2017
I discuss how a new generation is changing the way things are done.
AI In The Workplace: Why Robots Won’t Replace Humans
Date-28 Apr 2017
Good News! I wrote about how AI won’t be taking all of our jobs just yet.
EVENT: Thurs 20th April 7pm, meet the man who wants to invest £1m in Croydon startup ideas
Date-17 Apr 2017
Tomorrow I’ll be giving a masterclass on making your business idea investment-ready. Who knows, I might even
How will virtual reality transform workplace training?
Date-11 Apr 2017
My take on the potential of Virtual Reality to transform workplace training and beyond.
Is an angel investor the next step to growth for Coconut Chilli founder?
Date-27 Mar 2017
How to solve a problem like Navina? My tips for retaining control of your business after investment.
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FOUNDERS WITH IDEAS
If you’re a founder with an idea, we’d love to hear from you. Click here to deliver your elevator pitch (a quick outline of your business idea) and we’ll be in touch.
MENTORS WITH EXPERTISE
If you’ve worked in an industry for many years, or have experience managing or opening a business, we’d love to add you to our network of expert mentors. Tell us about yourself and your qualities and we’ll be in touch.
INVESTORS WITH AMBITION
If you’re an investor looking to invest in exciting companies right at the beginning of their journey, then we’d love to partner with you to provide the best possible platform for aspiring entrepreneurs and their businesses. Contact us to explore how we can work together.
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