Texas Investment Network

Entrepreneur FAQ

How do I submit a pitch?

The first step is to register as an entrepreneur. Then you'll be able to submit a pitch using our simple online form.

Why do I keep getting an error message when I try to login?

You must enter your email address and password with the same mix of upper and lower case letters you used when you registered. Often the problem is that a registered email address has an initial capital letter in it that is not being entered when you try to login. If you continue to have login problems use the Contact Us form to let us know.

Why is nothing happening when I try to login?

If you are submitting your login info and nothing appears to happen (i.e., you are not getting an error message) then the most likely reason is you are still logged in. If you leave the site without logging out, your login is remembered for 2 to 3 hours before it expires. When you return you can access your login area by clicking the "Entrepreneurs" link (or sublinks) in the top navigation bar (between the "Home" and "Investors" link). Where the "Entrepreneurs" link goes depends on whether you are logged in or not. TIP: You can mouse over the "Entrepreneurs" link to see what links are available and this will tell you whether you are still logged in or not.

What information should I include in my pitch?

There are tips in the pitch form about what to include in each section. Basic items that investors expect to see in a pitch are: a brief history of your business, what you need the funding for, why your company will succeeed, what relevent experience or expertise you or your team might have, what you are prepared to offer investors in return for funding.

I would like to contact a specific investor listed on your site?

It is up to the investor to decide if they want to connect with entrepreneurs based upon their pitch. It is part of our privacy policy with investors that we only provide their contact info to entrepreneurs when they express interest in the entrepreneur's proposal. We do not provide investor contact info otherwise.

Can I upload my business plan?

Yes, the Premium Service package allows you to upload additional documents for investors to view, including your business plan and/or whatever other documents you wish to share (e.g., pitchdeck, financials, executive summary, etc..)

How can I protect the confidentiality of my idea?

If you are worried about confidentiality we'd advise you to write enough to get investors interested in your project without revealing any sensitive information. Once you start discussions with an investor, you may want to ask them to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before you release more information.

Can pitches be edited after launch?

Yes, pitches can be edited at any time. Free Basic Service pitches will be reviewed after each edit to make sure no contact details have been included. You should try to refrain from making edits to a free proposal in the first few hours of it being released as there could be delays in reapproving and investors will not be able to find your proposal when they look for it. Edits to Referral and Premium Service pitches do not need to be re-approved.

What are the costs?

See the "Our Rates" page in the Entrepreneurs section of the site to find out more about what is included in our three packages. The Free Basic Service is $0, but has limitations in what you can include in your pitch and in your ability to follow up with investors who express interest. The Referral Service is $149 has no limitations on what you can include in your pitch and allows you to follow up with interested investors. The Premium Service fee is $249 and offers all the features of the Referral Service plus the ability to create an enhanced pitch and to have enhanced advertising on the site.

Do I have to pay for every contact?

No, your payment gives you access to the contact details of ALL the investors who show an interest in your pitch.

How can I pay?

We primarily use PayPal to process payments. You do not need an account with PayPal to make a payment as they offer the option to pay by credit card. Most people pay by credit card. If you have issues using PayPal contact us and we can make arrangements to use the Stripe payment service. NOTE: We do not off Paypal's eCheck option as the significant delays in clearing causes too much frustration for entrepreneurs.

Can I choose Referral Service first and then upgrade to the Premium Service later?

Yes, you can upgrade from the Referral Service to the Premium Service at any time and only have to pay the price difference.

Does my payment apply to all the proposals I submit?

No, your payment applies to the specific proposal that you pay the fee for. It is a per-proposal fee.

What happens at the end of the 180-day listing?

Before the end of your 180-day listing period you can opt to pay to resend or renew your pitch. Your pitch will then be renewed for another 180 days and will be resent to the investors. If no payment is made, you proposal will simply expire and be move to an "Archived Proposals" area of your login area.

Am I ever automatically billed to keep my proposal active on the site?

We never do automatic billing. Your proposal will simply expire after 180 days if you do not pay to have your proposal Resent or Renewed to keep it alive for another 180 days from the date of these payments.

Do I need to do my own due diligence?

We carry out a number of checks on each investor when they register, but you also need to do your own due diligence on any investor you deal with. Please check out the Security Notices page in your login area for things to look out for. Consult with legal council before paying any fee in advance of receiving funding (i.e., upfront fees). Contact us if you have any suspicions. To maintain accountability, you should only deal with registered investors or investors who have been specifically referred by a registered investor. Ask questions, get references.

How do I delete my account or proposal?

You can contact the site administrator using the Contact Us form to request deletion. You may also request that your proposal be set back to draft mode so that it can no longer be viewed by anyone but you can still view it and any interested investors who may have expressed interest in your proposal.

I have other questions. Who do I contact?

You can connect with us via our Contact Us form.

Texas Investors

Texas > Arlington

I am a very fortunate young man that believes ideas are the most valuable resource on the planet. That has been my late father’s motto and is now how I live my life. I was not born with a silver spoon in my mouth by any means so I understand what it feels like to have ideas without a means to manifest them. I had great ideas but built my business on a low budget. This made getting to the top almost impossible and I now know if I had found an investor from the beginning my success would be astronomical at this point. That is why I am here to invest in our greatest natural resource. My goal is to help others who are in the situation I used to be thrive and not just survive. I am open to groundbreaking and innovative ideas but also require partial ownership in any venture I invest in. I brought myself into wealth through network marketing and club ownership. This is in fact the first time I decided to look into angel investing and I am very excited to enter this new arena.

$200,000 to $1,500,000

Texas > Dallas

My firm represents developers, owners and investors of commercial real estate and arranges debt and equity capital on behalf of our clients. We arrange required capital for all types of commercial real estate (i.e. multi-family, retail, industrial, office, hotel and single family lot development) and for all purposes whether it be acquisitions, construction, renovations, permanent financing etc. We do not represent capital providers, rather we represent the client and arrange financing suitable to the needs of the client and project no matter the capital source.

$1,000,000 to $10,000,000

Texas > Houston

I am a young professional looking for good investment opportunities for idle capital.

$10,000 to $20,000

Texas > Odessa

37, Odessa, TX. Professional Consultant in the Transportation, Oil&Gas, and Cleaning Services Industries.

$0 to $1,000,000

Texas > Houston

Private investor Past investments : Real Estate : Travel Industry

$25,000 to $200,000

Texas > Katy

Excellent in managing, working with, organizing, forming and leading successful and productive teams in reputed multinational Oil and Gas Exploration and Production (E&P) companies. Has more than 18 years of solid experience in a wide area of the E&P business with specific emphasis on Reservoir Engineering. 8 of these years have been spent in Managerial and Executive Positions. Has managed integrated technical and project teams in multicultural settings and has been deeply involved in mentoring, supervising and developing young talents. Have solid investment experience in driving new technology, operations reservoir engineering (offshore and onshore), Energy and Mining, Real Estate and the financial sector. Possesses a Doctorate Degree in Business Administration.

$1,000 to $600,000

Texas > Mckinney

We are a small family office seeking to acquire a substantial equity interest in a small business in Texas. Our Principal will relocate to the location of the business and take a leadership role in the company. Clint has over eight years of experience in engineering and project management in the energy and biotechnology industries. He has demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams of blue- and white- collar workers. Clint holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Rice University, an MS in Mechanical Engineering from MIT, and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management. The investment team is comprised of engineers, lawyers, and financial consultants. Our diverse experience will add significant value to the right small business. Unlike private equity and strategic buyers, we're focused on the long term success of your company. We are looking for companies seeking an exit from their business or who would like to bring on an equity partner.

$500,000 to $8,000,000

Texas > Irving

I am shrewd IT professional with a keen eye for investing. I am very pessimistic when it comes to put my money on the table so all said and done, If I am willing to invest then you surely have a good business plan. I am starting investing of personal assets for the first time but have been doing an accurate job for my company so far. I am 35 years of age, married, living in Irving, with a masters in markerting management. I would like to play an advisory role in my investments in the beginning with a gradual transition to silent in reasonable timeframe.

$25,000 to $100,000