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Viridis Africa is Africa’s largest cleantech business and investment event: a venture capital conference and exhibition. Viridis Africa (www.viridisafrica.com) is to be held on the 15th and 16th of October 2013 at the Killarney Country Club, Lower Houghton in Johannesburg.
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Viridis Africa Investment in African cleantech projects
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Cleantech venture capital summitViridis Africa is Africa’s largest cleantech business and investment
event: a venture capital conference and exhibitionViridis Africa (www.viridisafrica.com) is to be held on the 15th and 16th
of October 2013 at the Killarney Country Club, Lower Houghton in Johannesburg.
The pre-eminent event for investment in clean technologies throughout Africa will be the place for local and foreign investors to meet with principals of projects in renewable energy, waste treatment and recycling, water and effluent treatment amongst other sectors.
It is a platform where innovation and enterprise is showcased. The size and scope of projects seeking funding would range from few
to hundreds of millions of Rands. Participants include speakers / representatives of the leading financial
institutions both local and international, country trade representatives, international funding agencies, clean tech entrepreneurs, project developers, technology principals, municipalities and many others.
VIRIDIS AFRICA PRESENTATION
Key Topics To Cover In The Presentation
www.viridisafrica.com
Submit your business caseViridis Africa invites entrepreneurs and
corporates to present a business case for investment in environmentally friendly technologies and enviro businesses at the upcoming business and investment matchmaking conference.
Business case presentations are invited in from all over Africa
Submit a business plan proposal to [email protected] in order to be considered for inclusion in the program line-up
1. Company IntroductionVenture Capital and Private Equity funds
don’t invest in companies or technologies – they invest in people. Therefore the initial section of the investment presentation must present to the prospective investors that you and your team can execute the plan – present your experience and expertise and what makes you a great team.
2. Mission StatementStart-up's should use one sentence to state
their goal. Don’t be afraid to be bold – you are expected to, but keep it short and avoid generalized statements. More mature companies should include a short description of the company's business and positioning
3. Value PropositionWhether it is a technological edge, a strong
client base or manufacturing power - both start-ups and mature companies should state their value proposition in a clear manner.
4. The Product/Solution/ServiceVenture capital presentations should include
2-3 slides describing your specific offering. When presenting technological solutions, it is important to consider the technical aptitude of the audience ahead of time – venture capital presentation delivered to financial oriented audience should cover your relative advantages, but shouldn’t be too specific on technical subjects.
5. The Market and CompetitionDescribe your market and competitors in 2-5
slides. Do not try to underplay your competition, investors see many venture capital presentations and may have met with your competition.
6. Business ModelA venture capital presentation delivered by a
start up company needs to convince that the company has a solid business model that will empower actual gains.
7. Case Study/Client BaseA venture capital presentation can be
empowered by actual proof of concept in a form of an actual client. In an investor presentation aimed at raising funds from private equity, a description of current client base is important, as it is typically the major asset the company holds.
8. Swot Analysis This slide is important in mature company's
analysis. Nevertheless, it can also be useful in certain venture capital presentation cases.
9. Financialsthe message delivered in this section changes
from private equity and venture capital presentation. In the case of a start-up, the company should prove that it can gain significant cash flow from its activity. Mature companies need to provide further information beyond future cash flow analysis, as this information is needed for the company valuation. This additional information can include balance analysis, changes in working capital etc.
10. SummaryProvide one slide describing your offering.
Remember to emphasize the top key issues you want investors to remember from your venture capital presentation.
Cleantech projects Entrepreneurs and corporates are invited to present a business case for investment in
the fields of Renewable energy
energy generation, including wind, solar, hydro, biofuels, geothermal, clean coal technologies, coal bed methane, etc
energy storage, presenters are invited to showcase the latest technology in fuel cells, advanced batteries and hybrid systems
infrastructure management and transmission technologies energy efficiencies, including building efficiency, smart grids and waste heat recovery
Water & waste water water treatment infrastructure water conservation waste water treatment and desalination
Waste recycling Waste recycling and management, waste treatment (organic matter and plastics).
Bioremediation Green chemistry Green buildings Green transport
Who attendsEntrepreneurs looking for funding to grow their businesses in clean
technology Innovators with new technologiesCorporates looking for new emerging technologiesVenture capitalists and private equity investors looking for clean tech
investment opportunities Renewable energy consultants and cogeneration project managers Researchers working on water, energy and environmental issuesGovernment agencies involved in water, renewable energy and
environmental issuesElectricity and water utilities and plannersEnvironmental consultants and professional service providers Investors including institutional, private equity, venture capital from
outside Africa will be presenting their particular interest, investment criteria and inviting principals to submit their business proposals.
Who should attendFinanciers & InvestorsProject developers and consulting engineersMunicipalitiesPower producers and utilitiesLarge energy usersIndependent power producersCo-generatorsGovernment & RegulatorsLaw firms & advisoryAgricultureTransportPetrochemicals
Who presentsMore than 28 expert speakers, cleantech
investors and entrepreneurs from energy, water, agriculture, life sciences, urban development and investment funds, cleantech companies, government, and academia will share their views on cleantech investment in Africa and opportunities for investment.
InvestorsCuratio Capital
SW Securities
Lereko Metier
Inspired Evolution
Industrial Development Corporation
Technology Innovation Agency
Past business case presentorsMichael Addinall, CEO, BettalightsGreg Austin, CEO, BiogasPro AgamaDwight Rosslee, managing director, Biogas-powerPeter Pichler, consultant, BioTech LdaMark Williams, managing director, ECA Technologies AfricaEben Mulder, managing director,
Steenkampskraal Thorium LimitedCarl Snyman, managing director, GridCarsGjalt Hooghiemstra, Owner, Hooghiemstra Logistical services
ccRolf Papsdorf, CEO, Alternative Energy Development Corp, PV Tech Inc, Keita Broadwater, CFOSandra Donker, COO, Bio Energy Resources
Social media forums on LinkedinMining Exploration in Africa 7 307 membersMineral Beneficiation in Africa 405 membersMegalopolis - developing green cities in Africa 184 membersSub-Saharan Plant Science & Technology forum 281 membersSub-Saharan Water Science & Technology group 307 membersSub-Saharan Africa Sustainable Energy group 1030 membersInvestment Analysts in Africa 1812 membersLifesparks Southern African Life Sciences initiative 634
membersViridis Africa - investment in clean tech 465 membersCorporate Social Responsibility & Environmental Sustainability
Executives in Africa 99 members
Social media groups on Facebook & Google+Facebook
Clean technology for Africa (page) 795 likes Clean technology in Africa (group) 171 members Mining Exploration in Africa (page) 71 likes Mining Exploration in Africa (group) 129 members Investor relations in Africa (page) 1 023 likes Investor relations in Africa (group) 12 members LIFEsparks Southern African Life Sciences Network (page) 212
likes LIFEsparks Southern African Life Sciences networking group
(group) 30 membersGoogle+
Clean technology in Africa (group)LIFEsparks Southern African Life Sciences Network (group)Green cities in Africa (group)
Who should exhibitTurnkey suppliers, project developers & consulting
engineersBiomass & waste to energy applications, equipment &
servicesPlant operators and maintenanceBiofuelsPetrochemicalsFeedstockGas cleaning servicesFinancial services, law firms and advisoryRenewable infrastructureGeneration infrastructureEnergy efficiency infrastructure
ExhibitorsLimited exhibition space is available for
entrepreneurs and industry participants to showcase their innovations or inventions.
12 Exhibition booths standard shell scheme.Exhibitors are free to make use of standup
banners to place next to their table.Cost for an exhibition table is R14 500.It entitles the exhibitor to two registrations for
the conference.To book your space email
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Platinum sponsorship Investment: R75000 The Platinum Sponsorship is for organisations that wish to engage at the highest level, offering
speaking opportunities and access to our community. The following benefits are included:
* Speaking Opportunity: A C-Level Executive is guaranteed a presentation in our exclusive Viridis Africa business matchmaking and investment conference to talk to an audience of leading researchers, technologists, start-up executives, licensing agents, private equity and venture capital firms.* Acknowledgement of sponsorship during opening remarks.* Final ateendee list with contact information* Print Advertising: Your corporate logo will be prominently positioned on all printed advertising.* Conference Brochures: Your corporate logo will be prominently positioned on the cover of all conference brochures / programmes.* Emails: Your corporate logo will be prominently positioned on all email promotions.* Web Site: Your corporate logo with link to your home page along with a 150-word corporate description will be prominently positioned on event web site.* Press Release: A dedicated release announcing company’s participation will be sent to all Viridis Africa media and analyst contacts.* Corporate material: Your corporate material in conference bags* Company details included in the conference proceedings and program
* Registration area signage* Event Signage: Your corporate logo will be prominently positioned on all event signage.* Exhibit Space: An exhibit space (table) in premium position will be provided. Additional space may be purchased at a discounted rate.* VIP Conference Passes: Six (6) full conference passes to Viridis Africa.
Venuewww.killarneycountryclub.co.za
AwardsBest financial support to the cleantech
industryBest renewable energy project in Africa
Get involvedIf you would like to become an exhibitor,
sponsor, business case presenter, fund presenter or speaker at Viridis Africa call Suza Adam on +27 11 880 0364 or email [email protected]
