Six (6) basic elements comprise the Critical Components necessary for success. Please note this list does not guarantee success or funding, but certainly increases the odds and reduces the risks. Does your company have all the following components? Please contact us for an evaluation or assistance in filling a void, info@tradewindventures.net.

Differentiated Product or Service

Does the company offer proprietary or significantly, differentiated products or services, the benefits of which create long-term competitive advantage?

Market Size

Does a large identifiable market exist for the company's products or services? Will capturing less than 5% of the market provide significant revenue?

Sector

Certain market sectors and/or industries have greater popularity and grow at a significantly faster rate than others. Have you considered the potential growth rate when evaluating your potential revenues?

Barriers to Entry

Ideally, the target market is characterized by defensible barriers to entry. How easy is it for other companies to enter the marketplace and create significant competition which might have an effect on profitability or market share?

Competition

Do you have competition – competition does validate the market to a degree? How is your business affected by current and future competition – direct and indirect?

Management Team

Do the management team and advisory board have a history of success in other startups? Are those successes in relevant areas of expertise – do they have track records?