Connecticut

Small Business Investing

Empowering growth for Connecticut entrepreneurs

We invest in growth-ready small businesses in targeted areas of the state through the InvestCT program. Our team provides equity and debt financing to established and emerging Connecticut companies looking to expand, create quality jobs, and spur economic growth in their communities.

We and our partners have invested more than

$165 Million

in Connecticut small businesses.

Financing Options

Senior/Senior-Stretch Debt

Small business loans collateralized by your assets.

Minority Equity

Non-controlling interest in your company to help catalyze growth.

Sub/Mezzanine Debt

Loans secured by your business's cash flow, sometimes with an equity component.

Lending Criteria

We’re currently seeking both debt and equity investment opportunities in early stage to mature firms in a broad spectrum of industries with primary operations based in Connecticut, in need of up to $12M in financing.

Example Investments

Small Business

Mississippi

Lockers Manufacturing

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Small Business

Illinois

mSeed Group

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Small Business

Nebraska

Pacha Soap Co.

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Small Business

Nebraska

Opendorse

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Small Business

Georgia

Cady Bag Company

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Small Business Team Members

Tim Perusek

Principal

Small Business

Alexandra Twyman

Alexandra Twyman

Vice President

Small Business

Anan Balaji

Anan Balaji

Senior Analyst

Small Business

Sam Peacock

Sam Peacock

Analyst

Small Business

Schuyler St. Germain

Schuyler St. Germain

Analyst

Small Business

Gregory Hulecki

Gregory Hulecki

Venture Partner

Small Business

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