Full-Time
Deal Flow Associate
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
MicroVentures
51-200 employees
Equity crowdfunding platform connecting investors
Junior, Mid
Austin, TX, USA
- A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business is preferred and a graduate degree is a plus
- 1-3 years of experience in a demanding work environment such as management consulting, investment bank, or venture capital
- Genuine curiosity, intellectual horsepower, desire and proven ability to learn new domains & technologies quickly
- Demonstrated passion for technology/startups/consumer internet
- Hands-on experience with Investor or other portfolio management databases used in the industry a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication/presentation skills
- Must be able to work in a fast paced & rapidly changing environment
- Self-starter, accountable, able to initiate projects and work independently
- Demonstrated resourcefulness in getting results and answers
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
- Generating deal flow of investment opportunities- find interesting companies to meet and projects to follow based on qualitative and quantitative signals, market theses, and a network of key relationships
- Assisting in the venture capital investment process. Specifically, the associate will work with the VP to identify investment prospects, review business plans, perform due diligence on prospect companies, research industries and competitors
- Traveling and attending industry conferences
- Maintain and nurture relationships with influential people in the startup world in order to both source deals as well as solicit expert input on a given topic
MicroVentures provides a unique work environment by combining the exciting realm of venture capital financing with the innovative platform of equity crowdfunding. As the pioneer broker/dealer in the U.S. to offer startups the capability to raise capital in exchange for equity directly online, it stands as a leader in its sector. This positions MicroVentures as an excellent workplace for those interested in a leading-edge finance technology sphere, where they can engage directly with emerging businesses and influential angel investors.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$3.2M
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
Founded
2009
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Investing through MicroVentures offers exposure to innovative companies like Mighty Buildings and Remedium Bio, which are at the forefront of their respective industries.
- The platform's successful track record in raising significant funds for startups indicates strong investor confidence and potential for high returns.
- MicroVentures' diverse portfolio reduces risk by spreading investments across various sectors and stages of company growth.
What critics are saying
- The high-risk nature of early-stage investments means that there is a significant chance of financial loss for investors.
- Equity crowdfunding can lead to overvaluation of startups, potentially resulting in lower returns if the companies do not meet growth expectations.
What makes MicroVentures unique
- MicroVentures leverages equity crowdfunding to democratize investment opportunities, allowing everyday investors to participate in high-growth startups.
- The platform's focus on diverse sectors, from biotechnology to sustainable construction, provides a broad range of investment opportunities compared to more specialized venture firms.
- MicroVentures' involvement in early-stage funding rounds, such as seed and Series A, positions it as a critical player in the initial growth phases of startups.