Capital Ecosystem Development

Capital Ecosystem Development ​
Roanoke Blacksburg Innovation Alliance ​

Goal: Build capacity in the regional capital ecosystem by understanding the current landscape and develop a plan to strengthen formal pathways to capital. 
Target Industry Cluster(s): All (Advanced Materials Manufacturing; IT, Engineering Services, & Emerging Technology; Life Sciences & Biotechnology; Manufacturing for Transportation, Energy, & Autonomy) ​
Investment Strategy: Entrepreneurship & Innovation 
Grant Type: Planning
Grant Period: 2018-2019 ​
Achieved Outcomes:​
    • Capital Landscape Study 
    • Capital Pathways Plan ​
    • Supported the launch of an angel investor group, Commonwealth Angels ​
    • Launched an Access to Capital Committee​
    • Held 3 angel investing seminars 
GO Virginia Funding: $77,207
Subregion: Roanoke – Alleghany