DFJ New England targets early-stage information technology companies. We invest across the spectrum of information technology, with special focus in three areas:
Software infrastucture, enterprise software, and software-based services.
Networking businesses
Infrastructural technologies for computing and telecommunications
A great idea is a good start. DFJ New England looks for companies that have much more, including:
Large market potential – Our portfolio companies address a market of $500 million or more.
Significant advantage and differentiation – Most often through unique and protectable technology, the company can become a leader in a proven market, or develop a new market of significant size. The business can scale to develop sustainable competitive advantage and take leadership in its market.
The kernel of a strong management team – The executive team combines managerial maturity, entrepreneurial experience, and relevant technical and industry expertise and contacts.
A well-developed plan – We don't want a 50-page business plan. But we do expect a company to make a concise, complete, and compelling case for why it will be successful.
DFJNE will not invest in:
Biotech Businesses: These are businesses that involve research and development in the biotech area.
Medical Devices: These are businesses that involve the manufacture or design of medical devices.
