Check out this article by TechCrunch regarding the reasons why CEOs are opting for non-dilutive sources of funding
Here is a comparative table for your reference:
NON-DILUTIVE V. DILUTIVE Non-Dilutive Dilutive
Ex: Loans, Grants, Tax Credits
Ex: selling shares to angel investors or venture capitalist.
Any kind of funding that
does not require you
to
give away a piece of your company
, so you maintain 100% control and ownership over your company.
Any kind of funding that requires you to
give away a piece of your company
, including not only future profits, but possibly control.
Options of non-dilutive include loans, grants, licensing, royalty financing, vouchers, and tax credits.
Equity financing
During the initial growth phase, companies want to ensure that they can keep building equity, which makes non-dilutive funding a valuable tool.
When you forfeit partial ownership to an investor, not only are you forfeiting a portion of future profits, but you may also be forfeiting some of your control over the direction and actions of the business as well.
It offers owners a chance to net more favorable funding arrangements since the investors are less worried about generating a large return.
Advantages: Large amount of funding available; Business expertise; Networking and connections
Suggested Prompts
How might a company decide between pursuing non-dilutive versus dilutive funding options based on its long-term goals?
In what ways can non-dilutive funding sources impact a company’s innovation and growth compared to equity financing?
What are some potential challenges or limitations associated with relying primarily on non-dilutive funding methods?
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Introduction
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Introduction: What is Non Dilutive Funding?
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Introduction: Resources
Loans available in Canada
BDC
Tax Credits
Talent
Grants
Other Sources Available in Canada