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xénos is the Wales Business Angels
Network - a business introduction service
which introduces investors to companies
seeking growth funding and who are prepared
in return to offer an equity share in the
business.
xénos is a part of a package of financing solutions offered by Finance Wales. xénos works closely with
economic development agencies, the business
community, local authorities, banks and
professionals. This ensures a vital source
of equity funding is recognised as an inherent
part of the financial support framework
available to small and medium sized companies
in Wales.
Business
Angels who register with xénos:
- Anticipate a commercial return from
the businesses in which they invest,
whilst recognising the high risks involved;
- Often seek a 'hands-on' involvement
in the management of the company;
- Bring with them specific expertise,
experience and a valuable network of
contacts;
- Could also be presented with opportunities
to take up Non-Executive Director positions.
Companies
seeking investment benefit by:
- Receiving funding to enable growth and
realise their full potential;
- Acquiring management expertise, often
in areas in which the company recognises
a weakness;
- Gaining an independent expert view of
their business from an unbiased stake
holder;
- Gaining credibility and stature from
the association with a respected business
figure
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