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BATONZ Establishes Special Website for VC Partnerships

In an exciting development for startups in Nagano, BATONZ, a leading M&A and succession support platform, has set up a special site called "Shinshu Partner VC". This initiative aims to recruit venture capital (VC) partners as part of Nagano Prefecture’s "Investor Network Building Project" for fiscal year 2023.

The Background

Nagano Prefecture is committed to fostering innovation and sustainable economic growth through targeted startup support. As part of this strategy, it has been selected as one of the key areas for the second phase of the Startup Ecosystem Development by the Cabinet Office, with goals to be achieved by 2025. To stimulate investment opportunities for local startups, the prefecture has launched the Investor Network Building Project, which seeks to forge connections with VCs interested in investing and supporting business development in the area. This project is designed to amplify the startup ecosystem in Nagano.

BATONZ operates under a mission to create an environment where M&A can be conducted effortlessly, regardless of location or circumstances. By leveraging their extensive network, BATONZ aims to support local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while also collaborating with municipal initiatives. With their wealth of experience, BATONZ is poised to contribute significantly to strengthening the startup ecosystem in Nagano by connecting local startups with VCs from across the nation.

Overview of the Shinshu Partner VC Website

The newly launched website, "Shinshu Partner VC", serves as a central hub for prospective partner VCs. It provides key information including the application guidelines, downloadable application forms, and an introduction to registered VCs—available post-certification.

Website URL: Shinshu Partner VC

What is Shinshu Partner VC?

• - This platform aims to establish a collaborative network with VCs interested in investing in startups operating within Nagano Prefecture.
• - It primarily targets VCs looking to invest in local companies or those aiming to assist their portfolio companies in expanding operations in Nagano.
• - Working alongside Shinsyu Partner VC, Nagano Prefecture aspires to enhance investment opportunities and support the business growth of startups, thereby energizing local industries.

Call for VC Partners

BATONZ is currently inviting VCs who are interested in investing in Nagano-based startups or supporting the business growth of out-of-prefecture startups within Nagano. Selected partner VCs can benefit from growth funding of up to ¥10 million for their portfolio startups. Additionally, they will engage in continuous information sharing with Nagano Prefecture and interact with the startup community, opening doors to new investment opportunities and forming beneficial networks.

Application Timeline

• - Start of recruitment: July 28, 2023
• - Deadline for applications: October 7, 2023
• - Announcement of Shinshu Partner VCs: Late October 2023

How to Apply

Interested VCs can download the application guidelines and forms from the special website and are required to submit their completed documents via email.

Contact for Inquiries:
Shinshu Partner VC Operations Office (within BATONZ Corporation)
Email: [email protected]

About BATONZ

BATONZ operates with the vision of enabling easy, seamless M&A across various sectors. It provides the most innovative services for M&A and business succession support, combining expert assistance with digital transformation. As the industry leader in terms of user base, case number, and transaction volume, BATONZ is committed to facilitating smooth transitions in business ownership.

With such robust initiatives, BATONZ is on track to playing a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant startup culture in Nagano, alongside enhancing the economic landscape of the region.