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Smash Ventures
Asheville-based fast-moving capital partner for self-funded searchers and independent sponsors.
Key facts
- Website
- smash.vc
- Pricing
- Invests $50,000-$500,000 in self-funded search deals; check sizes vary by deal.
- Country
- United States
- Rating
- No reviews yet
About Smash Ventures
NextGen Growth Partners targets mission-critical B2B services businesses with recurring revenue, focusing on facilities services, niche contracting, professional services, and business process outsourcing. They emphasize legacy preservation.
Key features
- Fast decision turnaround, often days
- Free marketing agency access for portfolio companies
- Backs self-funded and independent sponsor deals
- $50K-$500K check sizes
Pros & cons
Pros
- Notably fast funding decisions
- Added marketing support beyond capital
Cons
- Smaller check sizes than traditional search fund investors
- Niche regional firm with limited scale
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smash Ventures
What makes NextGen different from traditional equity investors?
NextGen invests from a committed fund, which means every dollar offered is already in hand. Deals don't fall through due to capital constraints.
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