Our Investment Process

At Iron Bond, we’ve designed our investment process to be efficient, transparent, and collaborative. Throughout every step, you will work directly with us, ensuring open communication and a shared commitment to creating a successful outcome for all stakeholders.

  • We start with a straightforward, no-strings chat. You tell us your story. We’ll ask smart questions.

    The goal: understand your company’s mission and vision, how you built it, and whether we’re the right people to carry it forward.

  • We put confidentiality in writing. Once that’s in place, you share essential business info so we can get a true feel for the heartbeat of the company. No data dumps; just what’s needed to start building trust.

  • After reviewing the basics, we’ll send over an IOI with a proposed valuation range and deal structure. It’s a high-level, non-binding sign that we are serious and thoughtful about the opportunity.

  • Once we are aligned, we move forward with an LOI. This includes the main terms of the deal, establishes binding exclusivity for a fixed period, and sets the stage for confirmatory diligence.

  • Here’s where we roll up our sleeves.

    We take a disciplined approach to diligence — financials, operations, leadership, customers, legal, accounting, technology and more. We keep diligence focused and collaborative. You’ll always know where things stand, what we’re looking at, why it matters, and what’s next.

    During diligence, we’ll stay in close coordination by asking thoughtful questions, aligning on key terms, and mapping out the transition together. Our approach is built on clarity, trust, and momentum. You can expect straightforward timelines, focused requests, and a streamlined process designed to respect you and your team’s time.

    If you are staying involved post close, this stage becomes the foundation for a strong, long-term working relationship.

  • We finalize legal documents, close the deal, disburse funding, and make the transition real. Whether you are staying on, stepping into a new role, or handing off the reins, we will partner with you to protect the legacy and power the next phase of growth.