Merisis Opportunities Fund

Merisis Opportunities Fund is a venture capital firm based in India, focusing on early-stage investments in dynamic and ambitious startups. The firm primarily invests in Pre-Seed to Series B funding rounds, aiming to support founders who leverage technology to address critical challenges. With a fund size of ₹150 Crore, Merisis Opportunities Fund seeks to make investments ranging from ₹1 to ₹5 Crore per deal, targeting a hurdle rate of 8% IRR. The fund's investment period spans 7 years, with two optional extensions of one year each. The management fee is 2%, accompanied by a 20% carry and catch-up, with a one-time setup fee of 2%.

The fund's portfolio includes companies such as Stockal, a fintech platform enabling retail investors in India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia to invest in international markets; BeatO, a healthtech startup specializing in diabetes care; BluSapphire, a cybersecurity firm; and SnapMint, a fintech company offering buy-now-pay-later services. These investments reflect the fund's commitment to supporting innovative solutions across sectors like fintech, healthcare, cybersecurity, and consumer goods.

Merisis Opportunities Fund operates under the regulatory framework of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as a Category 1 Angel Fund. The fund is managed by Merisis Advisors Private Limited, a tech investment banking firm with over a decade of experience in investment banking, specializing in assisting startups with growth capital and mergers and acquisitions. The firm's strong network of startup founders and premier investors provides access to exclusive deals, enabling the identification of exceptional opportunities early on. The management team at Merisis Advisors has developed a deep understanding across various sectors, allowing them to effectively support the growth of their portfolio companies.