Venture Debt

Benefits of Venture Debt Consultancy Services

Benefit	Description
Non-Dilutive Capital	Helps founders retain ownership by reducing dependence on equity rounds.
Faster Access to Funds	Expert consultants expedite the process by connecting startups with active lenders.
Customized Structuring	Consultancy firms help negotiate favorable terms aligned with business needs.
Extended Runway	Enables startups to delay equity rounds, improve valuations, or bridge to profitability.
Financial Planning Support	Consultants help integrate debt servicing into the overall business strategy.
Better Negotiation	Advisory firms bring negotiation experience with lenders, helping avoid unfavourable clauses.

Venture Debt Consultancy Services in India – Overview

Venture debt consultancy services assist startups and growing businesses in:

• 1. Assessing eligibility for venture debt based on funding stage, business model, cash flow, and equity raised.
• 2. Identifying suitable lenders (venture debt funds, NBFCs, banks).
• 2. Identifying suitable lenders (venture debt funds, NBFCs, banks).
• 3. Structuring and negotiating terms like interest rates, repayment schedules, warrants, and covenants.
• 4. Preparing documentation such as business plans, financial models, investor decks, etc.
• 5. Post-funding advisory – on fund utilization, financial compliance, and investor/lender relations.

Key Players Providing Venture Debt in India

• InnoVen Capital
• Trifecta Capital
• Alteria Capital
• Stride Ventures
• BlackSoil Capital

Key Players Providing Venture Debt in India

• VC-backed startups in growth phase
• Founders looking to delay dilution
• Companies with recurring revenue or strong asset base
• Startups in need of short- to mid-term working capital

Why It's Gaining Popularity in India

• Maturing startup ecosystem
• Increased availability of institutional venture debt
• Rising awareness of non-dilutive financing options
• Equity markets becoming cautious post-Series A/B rounds