Because we work so closely with our investments, we believe it is important that we share similar values and ambitions with our portfolio companies. Therefore our foremost investment criterion is mutual trust. Additionally, certain elements make an investment more attractive for our involvement:

• A company with a track-record of success, particularly in sales growth, margins, and other factors which would give us an indication of the strength of the technology/product and of the company.
• Real assets, such as in commodities, intellectual property, real estate, equipment, energy, and/or infrastructure.
• A product or offering with a strong competitive, defensible advantage over similar offerings in the market and significant barriers to entry.
• An experienced management team with a proven achievements and prudent growth strategy.
• A business which will benefit from our investment and support.