Our Investment - The Peers Project

S&P Ventures has made its first investment of 2024 in The Peers Project. Let me break down the investment:

The Operator:

I have a knack for identifying winners. I recall hearing Kevin O'Leary from Shark Tank mention that he can determine whether he'll invest in a pitch within just 15 seconds.

Michelle Akhidenor is exceptional. She's a Forbes 30 Under 30 awardee and is wholly committed to her craft of becoming the best in her space.

The Business:

I have a deep appreciation for her customer base. She collaborates enterprise clients such as Shopify, Alibaba.com, Indeed, and newly-funded Series A startups.

The Flywheel:

My investment philosophy revolves around the concept of a flywheel. Michelle's association with numerous enterprise companies that have recently secured funding provides us with access to a broader deal flow and valuable relationships.

The Cash Flow:

I have a strong appreciation for cash-flowing service businesses, an area where I possess expertise. As an activist investor, I can play a pivotal role in engineering success for these companies.

The Conclusion:

While some may choose to invest in stocks or REITs, essentially betting on the market, I prefer to take a more hands-on approach.

I collaborate with team from on shore and overseas to source talent and implement systems that drive sales.

The model is simple: Find impeccable operators with great companies and add value through capital and support.

I've established this venture with the aim of building our own S&P 500 of companies and real estate holdings, enabling us to gain a significant competitive advantage.

-Sam Mahmood

Co-Founder, Partner and Chief Business Development Officer

S&P Ventures