What We Look For
We back ambitious businesses with the right fundamentals — and we are direct about what those are. If your business fits our criteria, we move quickly. If it doesn't, we will tell you clearly rather than waste your time.
Start a conversationSector Focus
We invest primarily in technology and technology-enabled businesses. Our deepest expertise is in:
- Telecommunications
Business connectivity, VoIP, network infrastructure, managed telecoms services
- Cloud & Infrastructure
IaaS, HaaS, managed hosting, colocation, cloud platforms
- Enterprise Software & SaaS
B2B platforms, SIAM, workflow automation, vertical SaaS
- Cybersecurity
Network monitoring, threat detection, managed security services
- Tech-Enabled Services
Businesses in any sector where technology is a core differentiator — IoT, proptech, fintech, logistics
Deal Types
We are flexible on structure. The right deal is the one that works for your business — not a standard template.
Minority or majority stakes · £2m–£150m
Capital to accelerate growth, enter new markets, or fund M&A — without requiring a full exit.
Full buyout · any size
Complete exits for founders or shareholders ready to step back. We handle the full transaction end-to-end.
Revolving credit, term loans, bridging · from £10k
For portfolio companies and qualifying partners who need capital to deliver. Approved in as little as 24 hours.
Structured collaboration
Where full investment isn't right, we can structure a partnership or joint venture that unlocks growth without diluting ownership.
What We Look for in a Business
We are not a passive fund looking for perfect metrics. We back businesses with the right fundamentals — even where there is room to grow.
- Proven revenue model
We back businesses already generating revenue — not pre-revenue concepts. We want to see a working commercial model.
- Defensible market position
A clear reason why customers choose you — whether that's product, service quality, geography, pricing or relationships.
- Scalable operations
The ability to grow without proportionally growing the cost base. Doesn't have to be perfect — we can help build this.
- Clean financials
Accurate management accounts and a clear picture of cash flow. We run a proportionate diligence process — not an interrogation.
- A clear use of capital
We want to understand exactly what the investment unlocks — new headcount, market expansion, product development or acquisition.
What We Look for in Founders
Capital is only part of what we bring. We work closely with the people running the businesses we back — so the relationship matters as much as the numbers.
- Domain expertise
You know your market better than we do. We back founders who have earned their position through deep operational knowledge.
- Transparency
We expect honest conversations — including about what isn't working. Founders who hide problems are not the right fit.
- Ambition with realism
We want founders who think big but plan practically. Unrealistic projections waste everyone's time.
- Willingness to work with us
We are hands-on investors. If you want purely passive capital with no involvement, we are probably not the right partner.
- Long-term thinking
We are not a short-term fund. We hold for value creation, not for a quick exit. We want founders aligned with building something durable.
For Clarity
What We Don't Back
We are selective about where we deploy capital. The following are generally outside our investment criteria — being direct about this saves time for everyone.
We don't back ideas or concepts. We need a working business with paying customers.
We don't invest in financial services, pharmaceuticals or heavily regulated industries where we lack the necessary expertise to add value.
Unless technology is a core element of the business model, we don't invest in property assets or development.
Pure retail or consumer goods businesses with no technology component are outside our core focus.
We are growth investors, not turnaround specialists. We don't invest in distressed businesses where capital is needed simply to survive.
How It Works
From First Call to Close
Initial Call
30 minutes with a senior Axyon partner. No junior analysts, no NDAs upfront. We want to understand your business and objectives.
Term Sheet
Within 5 business days we send an indicative term sheet — clear, commercial, with all key terms and no hidden conditions.
Diligence
Proportionate, in-house diligence. Working capital closes in 24 hours. Growth equity and acquisitions typically 6–10 weeks.
Close & Launch
Capital deployed, dedicated partner assigned, 100-day plan agreed. Access to the Axyon operator network from day one.
Ready to talk?
If you fit our criteria, we move fast.
Send us a brief overview of your business — sector, revenue stage, what you're looking for and why now. We respond to every enquiry within one business day.