Description

• Seed & Series A/B: K4-MA typically invests in companies seeking $750,000 to $5 million in funding, usually with some initial friends and family investment already in place.
• Maturity: They look for companies with justified valuations and a business model ready for significant scale. 
• Method: Entrepreneurs apply online via the Keiretsu Forum Mid-Atlantic DealRoom website.
• Materials: A comprehensive business plan and pitch deck are required. Note that initial proposals do not require an NDA, as all members operate within a shared ethical framework.
• Fees: There is an entrepreneur administrative fee to cover the costs of the screening and review process.

• Monthly Cycle: Forum meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month.
• 2026 Key Events:
  • Monthly Screening: Takes place online on the first Wednesday of each month.
  • Mid-Atlantic Investor Summit: A major regional event is scheduled for October 21-22, 2026, at Drexel University in Philadelphia.
• Rolling Intake: Applications are accepted year-round, with submissions vetted monthly. 

Eligibility

• Geography: Primarily Mid-Atlantic region (PA, DC, MD, NJ, NY, DE).
• Sectors: Industry-agnostic, with significant activity in Technology, Life Sciences/Health Care, Real Estate, Consumer Products, and Social Ventures.
• Investment Vehicle: Companies are expected to raise via Preferred Equity or a post-money SAFE.

Process

1. Online Application: Founders submit their details through the online portal.
2. Pre-Screening: Committees of industry specialists vet applications, selecting 8-12 companies for the monthly screening meeting.
3. Deal Screening: Selected companies present for 12 minutes with an 8-minute Q&A session. Feedback is provided, and the best 3-5 are invited to the main Forum Meeting.
4. Forum Meeting: Finalists present to the full network of investors. Members then indicate interest on a "Gold Sheet".
5. Due Diligence (DD): Interested members form a collaborative DD team. The process typically takes 4-8 weeks, focusing on financials, IP, and market viability. A Keiretsu term sheet is often used during this phase.
6. Investment: Members make individual investment decisions, with rounds typically ranging from $1 million to $15 million.

What an Applicant can Obtain

• Strategic Capital: Access to a large pool of capital from one of the most active angel networks in the world.
• Expert Mentorship: Guidance from a network of experienced CEOs and industry specialists who often participate in the due diligence process.
• Global Exposure: Potential to present to Keiretsu chapters across three continents and access a global online deal room.
• Credibility: The rigorous K4-MA vetting process provides significant validation for follow-on investors.