PLANET O
A next generation location-based entertainment business focused on VR, AR and cutting edge leisure technology for Millennials in China.
NextStep Studio helped to raise a several million dollars seed round investment in 2018.
URBAN TUK TUK
A successful and fast-growing Thai food concept focused on cloud kitchen and delivery in China.
We are currently raising $1 Mio USD to open 200 virtual restaurants.
DRINKUAIDI
On-demand drinks delivery in China in less than 30 mins till late at night using a network of affiliated bar locations.
NextStep Studio is currently raising a seed round of 3 Million RMB.
F&B Support Solution
Mutualizing Ressources for F&B operators in Shanghai, assisting in Marketing & PR, Content Marketing (WeChat, Douyin / TikTok, Weibo, XiaoHongShu), Online Delivery Platform management (Eleme, Meituan, Sherpa's,...)...
HOW DO WE DO IT
WE GET INVOLVED
1BUSINESS MODEL
NextStep Studio experience will benefit the optimization of your business model. Bringing our network and experts around the project will help you improve your business model to make sure we get the attention of both the market and potential investors.
2ADVISORS
With our help, you will hand-pick the best professionals and appropriate experts from NextStep Studio network to create the perfect board of advisors for your project.
3SUPPORT
We involve trusted partners to manage your admin, accounting, licensing, design, marketing, IT development and legal formalities so that you can focus on your vision.
4FUNDRAISING
Every step we take with you is designed to prepare you for the investment pitch. NextStep Studio works with you to define and develop documents and presentations that leave investors and partners we introduce you to be confident in your business scope and outlook.
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NextStep Pitch Session
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MISSION
NEXTSTEP STUDIO IS A LONG TERM, A STRATEGIC PARTNER & A MINORITY SHAREHOLDER
Our Mission
For the underdogs
We support entrepreneurs pursuing growth in China and beyond. We partner with the underdogs we believe in, and provide them access to a strong ecosystem, hands-on support, and stewardship, strategic introduction, and business modeling, and create the pipeline connecting investors and entrepreneurs. We lead them through the next steps, so they can take the giant leap toward success.
Our Experience
Over $20 Million USD Raised
Over the course of 10+ years in China, we have helped build a dozen businesses and also founded a few.
To date, NextStep Studio has helped to raise over $5 Mio USD of funding on publicly disclosed and undisclosed deals, we brought several strategic partners to projects and manages an elite portfolio of projects in the Tech, Entertainment, F&B, and FoodTech industries, and worked on projects who raised over $15 Mio USD.
Our Offer
Solution Oriented
We know what it’s like to be in the founder’s shoes and respond to rapid market changes. We are committed to lead founders along the full spectrum of company-building and growth. To do this, our operating teams provide access to expertise and insights through a carefully curated network.
At NextStep Studio, founders can :
- Find the most suitable service provider, fitting their specific context.
- Identify qualified members to join your board of advisors and create the rules of engagement.
- Use NextStep core-team for back-office support in order to create strong foundations in their admin, accounting, HR, financial, training, PR, coaching… until founders need more.
- Book office hours with the founder of NextStep to brainstorm, strategize and collaborate.
- Request introductions and meetings with NextStep network members or investors who best fit business needs, size, and stage of development.
- Arrange meetings, when ready, with the best investors fitting their stage, size, and needs.
Our Model
A Strategic Partner, but Minority Shareholder
Our business model is simple:
- Equity shares (3-10% depending on the projects) with or without a different level of fees on a retainer depending on the needs.
- Success fees based on a percentage in convertible notes for fundraising or strategic partnership.
- Support Services at a preferential price for stand-alone services.
Would you like to know more?
Don't hesitate to reach out
NextStep [F&B] Studio
No.485 South XiangYang Road, 2nd Floor, Office 205, Xuhui District, 200031 Shanghai, China
上海市徐汇区襄阳南路485号金环大厦2楼205室 - 邮编200031