Jeffrey Faustin, Jenson SEIS & EIS funds
We talk to Jeffrey Faustin, CIO of Jenson Funding Partners, to talk about the Jenson SEIS and EIS funds.
Jenson was one of the first fund managers to specialise in SEIS investments. What is their background and how have the funds been doing so far? What type of companies do they typically invest in? What are some example investee companies? What validation have they received since investment? How many have exited, and what are the exit possibilities in general for these businesses? Ultimately, why should SEIS and EIS investors consider the Jenson funds? Watch the interview to find out…
Please note: the opinions expressed in this video are the interviewee’s own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Wealth Club Limited. This interview, like our service, is not advice nor a personal recommendation. This is a high-risk single company offer; capital is at risk and returns are not guaranteed. Tax benefits depend on circumstances and tax rules can change. If you’re unsure an investment is right for you, please seek professional advice.
We consider ourselves to be a pioneer of SEIS investments – we have done 117 investments, deploying just shy of £50 million of capital.
Jeffrey Faustin, Jenson Funding Partners
Highlights
0:00 About Jenson Funding Partners
1:18 What do the SEIS and EIS funds aim to do for investors?
1:47 What kind of companies go into the SEIS fund?
2:27 How early are you investing?
3:35 What kind of companies go into the SEIS fund?
4:13 Criteria for follow-on investment
5:02 Is the current economic environment affecting investment?
5:59 Investing in Sküma Water (innovative water filtration systems)
6:53 Investing in Axioma (marketplace for vehicle repairs)
7:44 Investing in QRoutes (transport software for local authorities)
8:42 To what extent does Jenson work with companies post investment?
9:37 Recent exit OneTouch Telecare (exit to August Equity)
10:38 Fund dynamics and target returns
11:34 Risks and failure rates
13:29 Summary: why might experienced investors consider Jenson SEIS and EIS funds?