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.

Network Participation & Investment Consideration

Q: How do I apply for an investment with Capria?

A: Our investment process is initiated after going to https://edge.capria.vc and completing our Fund Manager Capability Evaluation. Once we review your information and if we think your fund fits with Capria’s current investment priorities, we’ll invite you to submit more information and set up a call with a member of our investment team.

Q: How do I apply to be a member of the Capria Network?

A: We concurrently consider funds for membership into our Capria Network at the same time we consider the fund for an investment. You can apply through the same process by going to https://edge.capria.vc and completing our Fund Manager Capability Evaluation. After we review your information and if we think your fund fits with Capria’s current priorities for investment and for our Network, we’ll invite you to submit more information and set up a call with a member of our investment team.

Q: Do you have specific deadlines for submitting our information?

Q: How far along do I need to be?

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

A: We partner with and invest in fund managers with existing AUM as well as first-time managers. If you are fundraising and there is room for us to invest, whether you’re pre or post first close, we encourage you to get in touch with us. 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, feel free to send us your information for consideration.

Q: Do you consider 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: I’m thinking about launching a fund but I’m not sure if I’m ready to make the commitment, should I still send across my information?

Q: If my fund appears to be a fit, what happens next?

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

A: No. Although we provide capital and support the fundraising efforts of each fund manager that is selected, we are not a placement agent. We are interested in partnering deeply, working holistically with one another to build world-class investment firms, and we are also looking for managers who are interested in collaborating with other members of the network. If you are just looking for an LP or fundraising connections it will not be a good fit.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Q: How will my firm and fund be evaluated?

A: Please review our selection criteria. “Capria Quantum”, is a proprietary and comprehensive capabilities assessment tool that we use to support funds in the Capria Network on their journey to become world-class investment firms and it shares insight into other characteristics we’re looking for.

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. Fund management is a continuous learning journey and we’re looking to partner with fund managers who believe in this principle as well.

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.

Q: How long does the complete screening process take?

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

Network Participation & Investment Consideration

SELECTION CRITERIA

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