Capria Investment Cycle FAQ

Applicants and potential applicants from around the world have asked us good questions over the years about various aspects of applying to Capria. We’ve covered a lot of the frequently asked questions below but please contact us if you’d like additional information.

APPLICATION

Q: How do I get access to the most recent application?

A: You can apply for Capria by going to https://edge.capria.vc. If you have received an application invite, you can login to your submittable account to begin filling out the initial application.

Q: Should I apply today or wait to the application deadline?

Q: How far along do I need to be to apply?

Q: How do I know if I am too far along to apply?

A: If you are still working towards final close of your fund, even if you have already hit first close, we encourage you to apply. If your fund is closed but you are coming to the end of your investment period and anticipate launching your next fund in the next six months, we would also consider your application provided you have a well formed investment thesis and meet our other selection criteria.

Q: Do you accept applications from first-time fund managers and fund managers with existing AUM?

Q: I don’t need the capital but I am interested in working with you, is this possible?

Q: There are still some decisions we’re making as a team regarding some of the questions asked in the application, should we wait to apply?

Q: I’m thinking about launching a fund but I’m not sure if I’m ready to make the commitment, should I still apply?

Q: If my application is selected, what happens next?

Q: I’m only looking for capital and fundraising support, should I apply?

SELECTION CRITERIA

Q: How will my application be evaluated?

A: Please review our selection criteria before submitting an application. We also evaluate teams across some of the elements that make up the eight categories of Capria Quantum, a proprietary, comprehensive, capabilities assessment tool that we use to support funds in the Capria Network on their journey to become world-class investment firms.

Q: What are the categories that make up Capria Quantum?

A: You can learn more about Capria Quantum here. The eight categories of Capria Quantum include:

Team and Foundational Skills
Operations
Governance & Advisors
Branding, Marketing & Business Development
Fundraising & Investor Relations
Pipeline Development & Investment Process
Portfolio Management, Support & Returns
Impact Measurement, Reporting & ESG Policies

Q: Do I have to excel across all areas of Quantum to be considered by Capria?

A: No, but in order to build an enduring, world-class investment firm you will need to constantly improve in each of the core categories. Depending on where you are at in the development of your firm and fund, results will vary. We don’t know a single firm in the world that would score at the highest level across each category. We are looking for fund managers who can critically evaluate their firm and who exhibit the learning agility required to be successful.

Q: Does Capria consider selecting teams that are not investing in emerging markets?

Q: My team is not currently located in the market(s) we plan on deploying capital. Do we have to be in market?

Q: My fund is targeting concessionary returns, does it make sense to apply?

Q: How important is it to have impact defined? What are your expectations for reporting?

Q: If we’re selected, what else does Capria provide beyond capital?

We work holistically with each of the fund managers we select across all aspects of fund management. We collaborate on a one on one basis, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each team. Selected managers also gain access to our growing network of other leading fund managers in emerging markets. Each fund manager, including Capria, shares intellectual property, tools, and connections that enhance our collective and individual success. You can learn more here.

SELECTION PROCESS

Q: What happens once I apply?

A: We review applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. We aim to respond to applications within two weeks of submission

Q: How long does the complete screening process take?

Q: What does the screening process look like from start to finish?

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