Oxford Technology Management

Oxford Technology Management specializes in investing in startup and early-stage technology companies based in and around Oxford since 1983. The firm leverages the UK's SEIS (Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme) and EIS (Enterprise Investment Scheme) tax reliefs to provide investors with tax-efficient access to innovative technology startups. Their investment strategy focuses on providing seed funding to SEIS-eligible companies and follow-on EIS funding to high-performing ventures within their portfolio. The firm believes that the ability to make follow-on investments is crucial for achieving the best returns and highest exit multiples. Oxford Technology manages two funds: a flagship three-year combined SEIS and EIS fund, and an approved Knowledge-Intensive EIS fund. The SEIS and EIS Start-Up Fund invests in approximately eight tech startups over three tax years, allocating a third of the subscription to SEIS companies in the first year and providing follow-on EIS funding in subsequent years. The Knowledge-Intensive EIS Fund invests in five select EIS companies already within the Oxford Technology portfolio, offering a slightly lower risk/return profile due to the companies' progression and higher valuations. The firm emphasizes the benefits of capital growth and tax reliefs associated with SEIS and EIS investments, including income tax reduction, capital gains relief, and tax-free capital gains after three years. Oxford Technology aims to provide investors with opportunities for significant capital growth while mitigating risk through tax advantages and downside protection offered by the schemes. Oxford Technology also operates WOTAN – Wider Oxford Technology Angel Network, connecting investors with early-stage technology opportunities. They host monthly investor presentations featuring follow-on EIS-eligible pitches, further facilitating investment in promising startups.

Technology startups, early-stage technology companies

Core thematic spaces, technologies, and target market segments of interest.