Investment Bank Through Intros

Ryan proposes creating an investment bank focused on early-stage companies that helps facilitate fundraising through investor introductions, deck review, and fundraising support. This would provide similar value to Y Combinator's network effects but with more personalized service.

Key Points:

• Core Services:

  • Introduce companies to potential investors
  • Review and sanity check pitch decks
  • Provide fundraising materials feedback
  • Facilitate investor introductions at scale

• Business Model:

  • Take a percentage of capital raised (less than 7%)
  • Small equity stake in companies
  • Optional: Free service for select founders

• Value Proposition:

  • Personal introductions vs being "one of 400 companies"
  • Quick turnaround (30-60 minutes with founder)
  • Leverages existing investor relationships
  • Can be done by individuals or firms

• Key Requirements:

  • Strong investor contact list
  • Trust from investor network
  • Need to be selective with companies
  • Maintain quality through controlled growth

• Operational Model:

  • Can operate as:
    • Individual service
    • Formal firm
    • Team-based approach