Investors
From Capital to Scale. Investor Connections for Startups.
ATDC provides unparalleled investor connections for startups. Through our Investor Connect program, we help our portfolio companies prepare for and engage with early-stage and growth-stage investors, providing the tools and guidance founders need to secure funding and accelerate growth.
We help companies become investor-ready through coaching on data rooms, pitch decks, financial storytelling, and developing a clear investor roadmap. We also offer curated introductions to venture capital firms, angel investors, private equity, corporate venture funds, and other nontraditional sources of capital.
ATDC companies gain exclusive opportunities to participate in our private, invite-only Showcase event each spring, an investor-facing platform unique to our ecosystem. In addition, founders can access custom market analysis, including valuation benchmarks, sector performance data, and industry-specific insights to strengthen their fundraising strategy.
Over the years, ATDC has built a robust network of investors and strategic partners, making Investor Connect a proven resource for startups seeking capital to scale and succeed. So if you’re looking to get in on the ground floor of Georgia’s next tech giant, reach out to ATDC’s Investor Connect Program.
Meet Caroline Ford
Startup Investor Relations Manager
Caroline Ford serves as the Investor Connect Catalyst at ATDC, where she helps Georgia-based startups build meaningful relationships with startup investors, including venture capital and private equity firms. She advocates for founders during fundraising conversations, supports investor outreach, and facilitates deals. Her background includes experience in incubator environments, nonprofit leadership, and academic research on startup ecosystems.
How We Further Investor Connections for Startups
- Access to an ATDC opt-in investor network.
- Founder preparedness and confidence through structured coaching.
- Increased investor visibility via private showcases and other ecosystem partnerships.
- Fundraising efficiency and economies of scale through targeting.
ATDC assigns an “Investor Connect Catalyst” to manage investor relations, outreach, and deal-matching, helping you build relationships with the right audience and understand the expectations of the investor community.
Case Study
COMPANY PROFILE
A Georgia-based B2B technology startup focused on developing an enterprise software platform for a regulated industry secured initial funding from friends and family, achieving strong customer traction and recurring revenue. However, despite its market success, the company had limited experience in engaging with institutional investors.
CHALLENGE
As the company began exploring external capital for the first time, the founding team faced uncertainty around fundraising readiness and timing, difficulty identifying the right types of investors for their stage and sector, and limited exposure to investor expectations.
ATDC INVESTOR CONNECT APPROACH
ATDC worked with the company to assess capital readiness, clarify market positioning and growth narrative, identify investor profiles aligned with the company’s business model and maturity, and provide targeted feedback on pitch materials and fundraising strategy. ATDC facilitated curated introductions to investors aligned with the company’s growth trajectory.
OUTCOME
As a result of the Investor Connect process, the company entered investor conversations with clearer positioning and expectations, developed a more focused fundraising strategy, and built relationships with aligned investors to support its next stage of growth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Investor Connect
What is the Investor Connect Program at ATDC?
Investor Connect is a support service designed to help member companies become investor-ready and make informed, strategic connections to well-targeted capital sources. The program focuses on preparation, positioning, and strategic introductions.
Who is Investor Connect for?
Investor Connect is available to select ATDC member companies that demonstrate readiness for external capital, including a clear business model, traction milestones, and alignment with institutional or strategic investors.
Does Investor Connect guarantee funding?
No. Investor Connect does not guarantee funding or introductions to specific investors. ATDC’s role is to help companies prepare effectively, understand the capital landscape, and make strategic connections when appropriate.
What types of investors does ATDC work with?
ATDC maintains relationships across a broad investor ecosystem, including angel investors, seed and early-stage venture capital firms, corporate venture arms, and strategic partners. Introductions are made based on company stage, sector, and capital needs.
How does ATDC decide when a company is ready for Investor Connect?
Readiness is assessed based on multiple factors, including business maturity, customer & revenue traction, financial clarity, and the company’s ability to clearly articulate its value proposition and growth strategy.
What does ATDC provide through Investor Connect?
Support may include capital readiness guidance, feedback on pitch positioning and fundraising strategy, market and investor landscape insights, and targeted/curated introductions when appropriate.
Can early-stage or pre-revenue companies participate?
Some early-stage companies may engage in preparatory aspects of Investor Connect, but most investor introductions occur once a company has reached a level of maturity aligned with investor expectations. Measures include but not limited to: product market fit as demonstrated by revenue traction, pilots or customer pipeline.