FAQ

What is Bold Action?

Bold action is an investment product consisting in a basket of 90 startups, which we refer to as Start Index.

Bold Action is tradable on the Dutch stock exchange via Nx’change. Bold Action's Startup Index provides investors with:

• Access to 90 of the world's most promising startups founded by incredible entrepreneurs. All the startups are focused on sustainable solutions aimed to solve the UN’s SDGs.

• A basket of startups easily tradable on the stock exchange - giving you control over your own investment.

• Highly vetted startups that our expert team guides towards increasing growth and revenue. This is done through our accelerator programs. Startupbootcamp currently ranks as the #1 startup accelerator in Europe.

With Bold Action, we allow you to invest in these startups through Nxchange at a very early stage and reap the benefits when they blow up without having to go through the hassle of scouting and seeking for the startups yourself.

This is an excellent way for investors and entrepreneurs looking for something new and exciting to get involved with startups at an early stage.

What is impact investing?

Impact investing is a type of investment that generates both financial return and positive social or environmental impact.

It can take many forms, such as investing in companies or funds that focus on renewable energy, affordable housing, or access to education and healthcare.

Impact investing allows investors to align their financial goals with their values, by supporting initiatives and businesses that they believe are working to create positive change in the world.

It’s also a way for investors to address global challenges and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Impact investing can be done through various types of financial instruments, including stocks, bonds, and private equity. At Startupbootcamp we enable impact investing through Bold Action.

Bold Action allows anyone to invest in a basket of 90 startups focused on supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Bold Action is tradable on the stock exchange, making impact investing easily accessible.

How can I invest?

You can invest in Bold Action through the Dutch stock exchange Nx’change.

To start impact investing through Nx'change, you will need to open an account and complete the necessary documentation.

Once your account is set up, you can immediately invest in Bold Action.

The minimum investment amount for retail investors is €100,-. However, larger investment tickets of €100’000,- and more are also available.

Curious about the investment opportunity? Get in touch with our fundraising team here.We can help you navigate the right investment amount for you, personalized ticket sizes and offers for institutional investors.

What is a Startup Index?

At Startupbootcamp we use the term “Startup Index” to describe our investment product: Bold Action.

It’s a basket of 90 startups, packaged under one investment asset tradable on the Dutch stock exchange Nx’change.

Having a basket of 90 startups allows for diversification and a lower risk level, while still enjoying the benefits and returns that come with investing in early-stage startups.

How much has bold action raised so far?

Bold Action has raised 4 million so far. Bold Action has 3 fundraising traches, each of €2 Million.

• Tranche 1 was closed on May 1st 2022
• Tranche 2  was closed on November 1st 2022

We are currently in the process of completing tranche 3 (final €2 million).

When will I get returns?

The SBC Bold Action investment model targets a net IRR of 37% and net multiple of 6.5x the investment after 7-10 years.

Investors receive back their principal investment (total €6.000.000,-) first before SBC starts sharing in the profits.

Is Bold Action Listed?

Yes! Bold Action is listed and tradable on the Dutch stock exchange NxChange.

Who picks the startups in the portfolio?

The Scouting Process is supported by our own AI-powered database of startups and scaleups and by our in-house Scouting Team.

Our Global Scouting Team enriches the data on the most promising investment opportunities from all over the globe and conducts a Venture Readiness Scan: a powerful, deep-screening methodology to assess the best startups for investment and corporate collaboration.