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Welcome to your steward-ownership financing journey – where you match your vision and wishes with appropriate funding. This guide is designed to be your trusty companion as you navigate the exciting (and sometimes tricky!) path of investments structured along the principles of steward-ownership. Watch the video below to learn more about the steward-ownership aligned financing journey you’re about to begin.
For years, we at Purpose have worked hand-in-hand with visionary entrepreneurs, trailblazing ventures and experts across the globe, diving deep into the world of steward-ownership – and how to finance them. Based on years of investment experience from Purpose Ventures and Purpose Evergreen Capital and other capital providers working with steward-ownership aligned financing as well as the financing journeys of steward-owned companies of all calibers, we have gathered insights, challenges, knowledge and solutions – all to help entrepreneurs like you avoid costly mistakes and sky-high legal fees.
We feel that steward-ownership has the potential to radically change investments.
Christian Sigmund on finding aligned financing for his steward-owned startup WILDPLASTIC®
This learning experience is specifically designed for:
Each milestone and chapter builds on the previous one, allowing you to develop a comprehensive understanding at your own pace.
Understanding
In the first milestone, you'll build a strong foundation in steward-ownership aligned financing.
Discovering
The second milestone helps you examine your specific needs and create a financial structure that works for your business.
Fundraising
In the third milestone we move from planning to action–bringing the right investment into your steward-owned business.
Steward-ownership aligned financing is an evolving field where new approaches and solutions continue to emerge. While many companies have successfully implemented these structures, and this guide draws from their experiences, some models discussed may still be in development or may not fit every situation.
This guide was developed with support from our partners at Purpose Ventures, Purpose Consulting and Purpose Evergreen Capital. We aim to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and practical tools, while being transparent about both the possibilities and current limitations of this approach. The learning journey will equip you to make informed decisions, engage with investors, and work with legal advisors to design a financing structure that serves your needs.
Ready to explore how steward-ownership aligned financing can work for your business?