A Blind Pool is an investment fund where the investors do not know the specific assets that will be purchased at the time of their investment. It is typically managed by a syndicator who makes purchasing decisions after collecting the capital.
An equity kicker, also known simply as “kicker,” is a form of equity participation that lenders or investors can demand as part of a loan agreement. It provides the lender the right to share in the future success of the borrowing venture, typically in the form of a percentage of ownership or profits.
Venture capital (VC) is a form of private equity and financing that investors provide to startup companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential.
