Waterhouse VC has an options-only investment structure, offering flexibility and alignment with businesses.

Our standardised deal structure: a 3-year Option to acquire 20% equity at a predetermined price.

An option is a financial instrument that gives Waterhouse VC the right, but not the obligation, to purchase equity in your business within a specific timeframe (typically 3 years).

How It Works:

• During the 3-year option period, we work alongside your team to provide strategic support, expertise, and access to our global network.

• If the agreed-upon milestones and growth are achieved, we may choose to exercise the option and acquire equity at the agreed valuation.

Benefit for Founders:

• Provides flexibility by avoiding immediate equity dilution.

• Aligns our incentives with the long-term success of your business.

• Ensures you retain control over key decisions while scaling your business.

Waterhouse VC offers more than just capital—we provide a network, expertise, and access to resources to accelerate your growth. We only pursue option deals with businesses we believe in for the long term. 

• Gain access to Waterhouse Technology, providing cutting-edge tools and solutions for scaling your business.

• Introduction to new contracts/clients: Waterhouse VC has a network which allows businesses to achieve scale and global distribution.

• Capital Access: Benefit from a 400-strong network of industry investors, ensuring each business has an optimal chance of raising capital and securing follow-on future funding rounds.

Focus: B2B suppliers that provide an innovative or critical service to wagering operators.

Criteria: Revenue-generating, contracts, standout technology and ambitious team.

Options align long-term incentives between Waterhouse VC and the founders, while ensuring a clear path to value creation for both parties.

All submissions should be made via the ‘Pitch Us’ page. This process ensures your business receives the attention it deserves.

You can expect to hear back from Waterhouse VC within 3 working days of submitting your application.

1. Form Submission:

Once you have completed the form, our investment team will review the details of your business.

2. Initial Evaluation:

If your business aligns with our investment criteria, we will schedule a call to discuss your business in more depth and understand your vision.

3. Technical Review:

Following the initial call, if we wish to progress the business, we’ll arrange a technical discussion to evaluate specific aspects of your product, technology, or operational framework.

4. Next Steps:

If your business continues to meet our criteria, we will discuss potential terms and explore how we can best support your growth.

We welcome applications from companies in any location, provided they align with our investment criteria and demonstrate strong potential in the wagering industry.