The information provided below outlines FVAP's general acceleration approach. While we periodically evaluate companies that fall outside of our criteria, we are not likely to pursue companies that don't fit the requirements below.


Our passion is our Focus

We are passionate about making a difference in the world and we are searching for promising companies and technologies that can significantly impact people, society or the environment in a positive way.

Sectors of particular interest include wellness products & services, non or minimally-invasive medical devices, recreation & lifestyle, alternative energy and clean tech.

Stages of Interest

The table below outlines the various stages at which FVAP will consider an opportunity for acceleration.

 

Stage	Acceleration Interest
Idea Only	Moderate
Seed, Startup	High
Series A	High
Series B	Moderate
Series C	None
Post Series C	None
Mezzanine	None

Our acceleration program focuses primarily on California and the Western United States. We will, however, evaluate companies across the US .

Management Team

The management team does not have to be complete; we typically assist in filling it out with our Executive in Residence (EIR) program. We are looking for a founding management team dedicated to growing an exceptionally successful business and having the knowledge and experience to do so. Entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to create shareholder value are necessary attributes.

Value Proposition

We are looking for highly differentiated, unique and significantly superior technologies, products and services. It needs to be demonstrated why the marketplace will purchase the company's product or service rather than a competing alternative.

Marketability

We are most likely to support companies that address a meaningful percentage of customers in well-defined, growing markets that can be identified and accessed economically.

Please review our acceleration FAQ before submitting your executive summary to FVAP.