Founders & Management Team:
Daniel Peterson (CEO), a drone technology expert, and Sarah Lim (COO), a logistics specialist, co-founded the drone delivery company. The team includes software engineers and logistics experts.
History of Past Funding Requests:
In 2021, the company raised €200,000 from angel investors. This was used for acquiring drones (€100,000) and developing a proprietary delivery route optimization software (€100,000).
Business Case:
As e-commerce grows, so does the demand for faster, more efficient delivery. Our drone delivery service offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional logistics. The global drone delivery market is expected to grow to €7 billion by 2025.
Shareholding Structure:
The founders hold 70% (Daniel: 40%, Sarah: 30%), with the remaining 30% held by angel investors.
Marketing Strategy:
We will partner with e-commerce platforms, local businesses, and government agencies to provide drone delivery services, targeting underserved and hard-to-reach areas. Digital marketing will focus on sustainability and delivery speed.
Risk Mitigation:
Regulatory compliance and competition are key risks. We mitigate this by working closely with aviation authorities to ensure compliance, and by continuously improving our technology for faster, more reliable deliveries.
Social Impact:
Our service reduces traffic congestion, lowers carbon emissions, and provides faster delivery to rural areas, improving access to essential goods.
Type of Investment Needed:
Equity investment to expand the fleet and software capabilities.
Funding Amount Required:
€500,000
Use of Funds:
- Additional drones and equipment: €200,000
- Software development for route optimization: €120,000
- Regulatory compliance and licensing: €80,000
- Marketing and customer acquisition: €60,000
- Operational reserves: €40,000
Expected ROI:
30% annually, driven by the rapid growth of e-commerce and logistics innovations.
Payback Period:
3 years, with profitability expected in year two as the business scales.