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Once
iSherpa finds appropriate investments based on our core philosophy,
we work together with management to formulate and revise the business
strategy, identify and resolve operating issues and serve as mentors
to our entrepreneurs. The objective is risk minimization, which
will optimize the chance of success for our portfolio companies.
In making investment decisions, we assign a high value to methodical
research. Before each investment, we work hard to gain a deep understanding
of all aspects of the business and the potential risk around the
technology, the market, the team and operations. Aiming to quantify
the risk and recognize what will be required to overcome it, we
conduct research not to avoid risk, but so we can take more calculated
ones. Unless we can comfortably answer the question: “What
would I do if I woke up tomorrow and found myself as CEO of this
company,” we will not make an investment.
Once an investment is made, we involve ourselves as the sherpas
to help guide the company to success. We provide a dynamic range
of help where it’s needed, depending on the company’s
skills and resource gaps. iSherpa has opened doors for sales, facilitated
the formulation of market strategy, assisted in key deal negotiation
and provided guidance on financial and operational tasks. In keeping
with the true spirit of our name, we guide when a company needs
leadership and support when it needs resources—always demonstrating
integrity, humility and tenacity.
As a board member, we also dedicate our time to an important task
that can often be overlooked—seeking exit opportunities. We
view ourselves as the eyes and ears of the company in the capital
markets. By being constantly aware of the macro environment and
keeping close watch of the relevant industry, we help our portfolio
companies structure the optimal exit scenarios, from M&As to
IPOs, at the appropriate time.
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