Fabrika137 – VENTURES

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Typically 90% of startups fail for many different reasons, one of the main reasons is the team dynamic and one of the founders not been prepared to do whatever it takes to succeed, like sleeping in your office because you cannot pay rent for both a home and an office, or focusing on an MVP only and not realizing you need a revenue ready MVC that is built to raise from day one!

About Us

What sets Fabrika137 apart from other venture platforms, WE FUND BRAND NEW STARTUPS! There are not many funds or labs that will invite applications from brand new startups. Our team has over 30 years experience in the technology and business sectors and has founded hundreds of successful businesses. We have representatives in the USA, Mexico, Central America, Africa, Middle East and Asia, so we have got you covered with more face time, and global experience across mature and emerging markets.

It's all about Founder DNA

1. Vision: A clear vision for a core team, customers and investors.
2. Resilience: The ability to bounce back from setbacks and failures.
3. Adaptability: The willingness to learn and adapt to changing circumstances, and to pivot the business model if necessary.
4. Leadership: The ability to build and lead a high-performing team, and to inspire and motivate them to achieve the company’s goals.
5. Domain Expertise: A deep understanding of the technology and market that the startup is operating in, and the ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities.

Ideas are a "dime a dozen"

If you think you the one and only with this great idea, dream on! Do not worry about first to market, or competition, pioneers do not make the money, competitors define the market and landscape and are for differentiation and a benchmark to beat! In our experience all our disappointments have been in founders, not ideas. We will work out if you have what is takes to launch a startup successfully.

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The Offer

Successful startups applications will be contacted by our team to setup a meeting to discuss the offer/termsheet. All our offers are custom and specific to the startups but typically start in buckets/contracts from $100k USD up. We specialize in brand new or very early stage startups and offer a turn key program to successful startups, we are in the trenches with you every step of the way, we do not just write checks, we engage a team to supercharge the founders. We looking forward to your application, good luck!

The Fabrika137 Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my startup be located anywhere in the world.

Yes, we have global representatives and support startups anywhere in the world through our virtual team and in country partners.

Can my startup just be an idea?

Yes, if the founder/s rock, show special industry knowledge and founder DNA, and the ability to demonstrate product market fit we will look at your application seriously.

Do we need a registered company?

No, we prefer to setup our ventures in the US with a VC spec company and will include this in our offer, if registered already in country this is not a problem.

What sectors and type of startup do we invest in?

We like a few sectors and highlight these on our website, but do not be shy, apply with any sector or type of startup.

Will you look at applications from non profits?

Yes, we will look at all applications.

Will we work with solo founders?

Yes, lone rangers are still good to apply, we will assist you to build a team.

We are not technical and do not have a technical founder.

No problem, we offer a solution in our offer if we interested and can align technical resources.

How do you assess applications?

We assess application with most the weight on founder/team DNA, business model, product to be developed and TAM.

What language can we apply in?

We prefer english applications but the website supports many different languages and will review all applications.

What are your terms and conditions?

As highlighted on the website each offer is custom and startup specific, we do take equity.

How is your funding disbursed?

As highlighted each offer is startup specific and this will be disclosed in the offer.

How many times do you run the program through the year?

We open for applications through the year and startups can start on signature of the contract, we do not align with cohorts or specific dates, however our applications are not always open so do not hesitate to apply.

What is Fabrika137, a venture builder?

Fabrika137 is part of a group of technology companies and is a hybrid between a venture builder and an accelerator.

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