Business Investment Opportunities

The microfinance institution operates primarily in the FinTech industry across Kenya and Uganda, focusing on individuals and small to medium enterprises (SMEs). - Key financial solutions offered include working capital loans, green energy financing, asset financing, education loans, and mobile microloans, catering to diverse financial needs. - The institution provides inclusive financing by offering a variety of insurance products, helping clients mitigate risks and secure assets. - With over 500,000 clients, the company serves both corporations and individuals through a widespread network of branches and agencies in Kenya and Uganda. - Recognized for its excellence, the institution was awarded the "Most Improved Land Title Based Credit Provider" at the 4th Annual Real Estate Excellence Awards in 2021. - By focusing on both conventional and green lending solutions, the organization supports sustainable development and financial inclusion, playing a crucial role in the economic empowerment of its clients. - The company’s mobile microloans leverage technology to provide accessible and convenient financial services, enhancing customer reach and satisfaction.

Start-up offering stock brokerage and wealth management services in regulated global stock exchanges for non-discretionary and discretionary portfolios. - Has direct access to exchanges in over 135 markets across 33 countries, offering a variety of 23 different currencies to invest in. - The business has a functional product ready to enter the market. - The founder has personally tested the services with his own investments and possesses experience working in a well-known regulated stockbroker in their country with multiple clients. - The company aims to raise funds to sell the services on a larger scale and build a solid base of wealthy client portfolios, particularly in Dubai, to provide premium investment services. - The initial focus will be on stock broker services, charging a 10% commission on the purchase of stocks from top companies through stock exchanges in various countries such as the US, UK, and Paris. - The business holds an SII license and plans to operate in Dubai due to the attractive tax benefits and lower broker fees in the region.

📈 Business model & profitability: 1. Zero wastage through prepaid orders. 100% prepaid model eliminates unsold inventory. Inventory managed precisely based on confirmed orders. No overstocking of raw materials = zero spoilage and better cash flow. 2. Cost & profit structure: Gross margin per kg: INR 300. Example profitability: 10 kg/day → INR 3,000/day. 50 kg/day → INR 15,000/day. 100 kg/day → INR 30,000/day. 300 kg/day → INR 90,000/day. 3. Scalable growth with restaurant tie-ups. Expansion via restaurant partnerships, corporate kitchens, and bulk food suppliers. Increased sales volumes translate directly to higher EBITDA due to our lean, centralized operations. 🚀 Growth & expansion strategy: Phase 1: restaurant & catering tie-ups. Partner with 10+ restaurants initially, expanding to 50+ outlets. Collaborate with corporate kitchens, small hotels, and bulk caterers. Phase 2: Tech enablement. Launch online ordering platform (app/website) to streamline pre-orders. Offer subscription-based corporate meal plans for recurring revenue. Phase 3: Supply chain optimization. Operate a centralized kitchen model to ensure quality, consistency, and economies of scale. Bulk procurement of raw materials at negotiated rates for increased profit margins. 📦 Products & services. Signature Items: Hyderabadi biryani (chicken, mutton, veg) Andhra-style mutton curry & fish curry. Ready-to-Eat options: Pulao/biryani frankies for on-the-go consumption. B2B services: Supplying meals to small hotels, cloud kitchens, and bulk caterers. 🏗️ Infrastructure & assets. Assets overview: Asset-light model with fully functional small kitchen setup. Total kitchen asset value: INR 2.5 lakh. Facilities overview. Operates from a 1,200 sq. ft commercial kitchen facility. Location: Borabonda, Hyderabad. 💼 Ownership & capitalization: Current structure: Sole proprietorship, fully self-funded. Debt Status: Debt-free. Upcoming Milestone: Transition to Private Limited Company for improved governance and investment readiness. 📣 Marketing & brand positioning: Leverage digital marketing, influencer tie-ups, and food bloggers to boost brand visibility. Introduce loyalty programs to encourage repeat orders. Highlight USP: Authentic taste + zero-waste sustainability + on-time delivery.

The company specializes in the process of refining used lubricant oil to remove contaminants and restore their performance, with a focus on producing recycled base oil. - Leading re-refiner and trader of industrial furnaces, lubricant oil, and other petroleum products. - With over 15 years of experience in the industry, the company has consistently delivered high-quality products and reliable services to clients across various sectors. - Company serves an extensive client base of 50-80 lubricant oil manufacturing and trading companies across India. - Business operates with a processing capacity of 12,000 liters per day. - The company maintains a robust financial performance, with a weekly supply frequency and an average invoice value of INR 6 lakhs. - The business holds certifications for pollution control. - There are 15 permanent employees, additional factory workers are hired on a demand basis.

Cafe and bakery business involved in both retail and wholesale. - The business has a big location of 800 sq. m. with seating for 100 pax. - It also supplies its products to other bakeries and restaurants in the vicinity. - Revenue split between retail and wholesale is 50:50. - We possess a business registration document, and a food safety license.

Eco-friendly waste management and wood-based commodity company focused on sustainable technology and green operations. - Core operations include processing wood and wood waste into commercial products such as wood chips and wood pellets. - Provides eco waste management services and proprietary technology solutions to support green compliance. - Current production capacity reaches up to 1,000 metric tons per day. The business operates with a low employee count as most of the factory is automated, it also helps maintain higher profit margins. - Products are supplied globally, serving industrial, energy, and sustainability-driven markets. - Operates with a valid certificate of incorporation and is structured for international expansion. - The company is actively scaling toward becoming a global leader in eco-technology and green commodity trading.

Stage & clients: Pre-revenue, with a handful of beta (MVP) clients in the UK, including a global IT consultancy testing our fully operational prototype. - Revenue model: Subscription-based with two streams – direct sales and a reseller/affiliate channel via recruitment agencies. - Founder experience: Led by a professional with extensive experience in senior roles at international firms, leveraging deep insight to create a delivery method that drives quick buy-in. - Partnerships & talks: Technology partner Axius Software; in discussion with NHS (Northamptonshire, Leicestershire) and Anglian Water. Our solution deploys rapidly, requiring minimal integration. - Recognition: Finalist at both UK Startup Awards and the Unleash World Start-up Competition. Press coverage forthcoming highlighting our thought leadership. - BCorp certification: Soon to receive our BCorp Pending certificate, with full certification after 12 months. - Future plans: Expanding to the US and other English-speaking markets, aided by a soon-to-be-appointed NED with connections in military, judicial, and entertainment sectors. - Upcoming event: Exhibiting at HR Technologies in April, showcasing our flagship product, detecting untruths and sentiment.