With the growing demand for investments in startups, it is essential for entrepreneurs to understand the differences between proprietary funds and private funds. Marilucia Silva Pertile, startup mentor and co-founder of Start Growth, explain the essential distinctions between these types of funds
According to Marilucia, a proprietary fund, like that of Start Growth, is composed exclusively of the partners' own capital. "Our fund", that accumulates R$ 10 million, it is fully funded by the partners of Start Growth. This allows us to make quick and efficient decisions, affirms
On the other hand, a private fund is formed by capital from external investors, whether they are private or institutional. "While a proprietary fund offers more flexibility and autonomy in decision-making", a private fund is more bureaucratic and slower, because it needs to consult several investors before approving definitions, highlights Marilucia
The specialist also points out that proprietary funds tend to invest strategically, seeking synergy with its own operations, while private funds have purely financial objectives. This influences the investment timeline. Proprietary funds may prioritize long-term partnerships, while private funds generally have a specific period with clear return expectations, adds
Currently, the Start Growth Investment Program, based on your proprietary background, is making R$ 10 million available for new Brazilian startups. We want to support visionary entrepreneurs ready to take their ideas to the next level. Besides the capital, we offer hands-on strategic support with our own method to help startups develop and scale their operations, explain Marilucia
Until August 15, innovative and high-potential startups in the HRtech sectors, FINtech, EDUtech, DATABASE, MARtech, HEALTHtech, as well as B2B startups, B2C, B2E, B2B2C or C2C in the early stage, they can participate in the investment and acceleration notice. “Basta preencher o formulário em nosso site www.startgrowth.com.br e nos contar sobre a sua startup”, finalizes Marilucia
