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Q:
What types of companies does Merck Capital Ventures target?
A:
MCV wants to invest in private information-technology companies
and other emerging businesses focused in areas of pharmaceuticals
and related health care services. MCV is not interested in research-based
pharmaceutical, vaccine or biotechnology companies.
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Q:
How do you submit a business plan?
A:
Plans can be submitted via email, mail and through this
website. Please refer to the 'Submitting
A Business Plan' page for step-by-step instructions
on submitting your business plan. This will ensure that we receive
your proposal and are able to review it promptly.
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Q:
What stage of development does Merck Capital Ventures invest
in?
A:
We invest in companies at various stages of development,
from the first round of institutional funding to later stage
expansion opportunities. We seek investments in which the risks
associated with technology development and market development
have been adequately addressed. Typically, these companies will
have on-going revenues from an existing product or service.
We are active, value-added investors.
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Q:
What is the average size investment?
A:
On average MCV is looking to invest from $3 million to $8
million, per round. However, every case is unique, the investment
will range depending on the needs of the company and the opportunity
that is presented to us.
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Q:
What is the best way to contact MCV?
A:
MCV can be contacted by a variety of different ways, e-mail
(mcvproposals@merck.com),
phone [(201) 722-5040], or
fax [(201) 722-5041]. For detailed contact information,
please refer to the 'Contact Us' page. Due to the volume of
submissions, the best way to contact us is via e-mail.
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Q:
How involved is MCV in the operations of its portfolio companies?
A:
MCV is an active partner. MCV will work closely with management
and seeks board representation.
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Q:
How long does it take for MCV to make a decision about a
plan?
A:
MCV likes to get back to companies within a few weeks after
receiving a business plan. We know how important your business
is to you which is why we want to carefully review each business
plan.
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Q:
What factors go into selecting a business to invest in?
A:
Many important factors are considered in evaluating investment
opportunities that include the management team, the business
plan, the market segment, existing strategic relationships,
etc. Each business is evaluated independently on its own merits.
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