Due Diligence
Talanton invests in the 'missing middle' - values-driven, growth-stage enterprises in East Africa with $500K to $15MM in revenue that create quality jobs for those living in poverty.
These mid-sized businesses are too large for microfinance but too small for traditional bank financing, creating a critical funding gap despite their enormous potential for job creation.
Our hallmarks include deep due diligence, creative investment structuring, and developing meaningful relationships with company leaders based on mutual respect. By focusing on this underserved middle segment, we unlock sustainable economic growth where it's needed most.
Who We Invest In
We seek excellent, missional management teams in the missing middle segment who are motivated by visions that extend beyond financial returns.
We partner with leaders who demonstrate integrity, competence, and a genuine desire to create positive change in their communities.
These small to mid-sized businesses represent the most powerful engine for job creation in East Africa, employing 70% of the workforce when properly capitalized. By supporting these enterprises, we help bridge the $5.7 trillion funding gap faced by emerging market entrepreneurs.
Where We Focus
We concentrate on East Africa, home to some of the world's fastest growing economies with extraordinary opportunities for impact.
The missing middle businesses in this region have the greatest potential for creating sustainable jobs, but face the largest barriers to accessing growth capital.
We maintain both staff and on-the-ground partners in the region to ensure close monitoring and support for our portfolio companies, helping them navigate the unique challenges of scaling a mid-sized business in emerging markets.
