Ventures
We provide seed, angel, start up, and early stage venture capital for Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industries. We are patient capital working to nurture high growth, real world companies that are driven by gall, gumption and grit.
We're Not Just Capital
We provide senior management support and an established platform on which you can experiment and grow your business. We are much more than just a capital provider...
Cultivating Capital
We are the only capital you will need until the company is ready for Series A or Series B. Our investments range from $25K-$2M
Our Team Supports Your Team
The entrepreneurs we invest in work hand in hand with us in order to achieve long-term success and goals
Freedom to Experiment
Our test platform allows you to validate your business on our projects
Take You to Market
Once your business is proven, we’ll use our network to proliferate your success
“We walk with you during the good times and support you during the tougher times.”
About Us
“Business is a journey not a sprint."
The in our logo represents the ups and downs of business eventually become a long-term, upward trajectory with the right support and resources. The name “Work In Progress”, reflects our pursuit of efficiency through relentless trial & error. Business is not a linear progression; it is more like a rollercoaster whose track is risky, invigorating and could end in potential failure. At WIP, we understand this, and we commit to supporting you through the journey. Our ultimate goal is to position the business into a J curve.
“I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.”
- Michael Jordan
Criterion
We look to invest in companies that are on track for growth, guided by a well formed business plan, defined within the AEC space, and are in need of expansion capital and management resources. We back management teams that have integrity, are coachable, have been battle tested, and demonstrate perseverance.
“You work in the company, we work on the company.”
We Know Where You Are Because We Have Been There
At WIP, we understand the pain of innovating and building a company from the ground up. Our founders are serial entrepreneurs who have raised more than $100M in venture capital and exited six companies with valuations ranging $5M to over $100M.
Since 1998, WIP’s principals have worked together building businesses both internationally and domestically. Prior to creating WIP in 2010, they founded, built and sold companies within technology, furnishing, construction materials, and real estate industries.
Our comprehensive team includes: VP of Finance with over 25 years of international experience; VP of Engineering with a background in logistics and distribution; VP of Human Capital with specialized experience managing the human resources for start up companies; and VP of Marketing with over 18 years of international experience in a variety of sectors.
We Are Quiet Capital
We are patient capital with a 7-10 year time horizon. Although we’re part of the team, we believe it’s your success to tell. Our portfolio consists of companies in 3 main industry sectors: Real Estate, Services and Construction Materials.
Real Estate
Single family home investment portfolio
Property investment fund
Property development company
Commercial and residential real estate company
Services
Engineering outsourcing firm
FFE procurement company for hospitality and senior living
Engineering outsourcing firm
Residential property management company
Renovations and maintenance for commercial and residential properties
Full service interior design company
Digital document management company
Digital design services
Steel erector
Single family investment and development company
Construction Materials
Cabinet manufacturer and distributor
Digital design to delivery of cold-formed steel
Custom millwork manufacturer and installer
Joist and truss company
International manufacturing and procurement company for the construction industry
Structural steel fabricator
Manufacturer and fabricator of quartz