Our founder, like many others, has experienced both successes and setbacks. He has participated in accelerator programs and earned the trust of dozens of professional investors. Despite numerous opportunities to diversify his assets into other companies, he often lacked the means or knowledge to do so. Backerville was born from this frustration and the missed opportunities.
Backerville exists to protect people from getting rekt. Starting with startup employees, we’re on a mission to transform the concentrated risk of single-company equity into diversified opportunity. Our vision is a world where anyone can realize their dreams without fear of financial uncertainty.Startup employees take on asymmetrical risk when they commit their careers to a single company. Through Backerville, they can transform that concentrated bet into collective potential.
Startup Employees: Backerville helps startup employees diversify their equity exposure without the hassle of managing a portfolio. They can build a diversified portfolio without needing board approval to sell shares, thus avoiding taxable events. This is particularly beneficial for those who might otherwise require substantial capital, network, or information to diversify into other startups.
Founders: For founders, Backerville offers a way to privately diversify their portfolio without alerting their board or dealing with the tax consequences of selling shares on a secondary market.
Limited Partners (LPs) and General Partners (GPs): These investors can swap equity in their funds with other professional investors who also have fund exposure, providing a unique opportunity for diversification.
Accredited Investors: Backerville caters to accredited investors who wish to diversify their portfolio without the traditional venture capital hassles.