BNP Paribas

Angel investment platform development for BNP Paribas

We collaborated with BNP Paribas to create the TEB Angel Investment Platform, connecting private banking customers with startups for investment opportunities. The platform supported investors with tools to analyze startups and access insights via the TEB Investor Club, transforming it into a comprehensive hub for entrepreneurship.

PHP, MySQL, Symfony, UI Development
200+ Startup Profiles Onboarded
for Investor Engagement
3 Major Industry Awards
Received by the Platform
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Origins of the TEB Angel Investment Platform

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TEB Private, Turkey’s leading private banking division under BNP Paribas, recognized a growing demand among high-net-worth clients for alternative investment opportunities. To address this, they envisioned a platform connecting investors with promising startups.

As traditional investment products like stocks and bonds became less attractive, TEB Private aimed to expand its investment ecosystem. This led to the idea of creating a digital platform to help clients explore long-term investment opportunities in innovative ventures that could offer higher financial gains in the long run.

To bring this vision to life, we were brought on board to design and develop the TEB Angel Investment Platform. The platform allowed clients to engage with high-potential ventures, support emerging businesses, and diversify their portfolios, positioning TEB Private as a pioneer in alternative investments.

What the project aimed to achieve

The TEB Angel Investment Platform was envisioned as a web-based platform to support venture-building by connecting potential angel investors with entrepreneurs. It aimed to achieve two key objectives: offering clients a fresh investment opportunity while helping startups secure the capital they need to grow, ultimately benefiting both the investors and the broader economy.

The platform aimed to categorize startups based on their area of expertise and allow investors to browse and directly connect with entrepreneurs they found promising. By creating a seamless experience in bridging the gap between the two sides, the platform’s goal was to open up exciting new possibilities for collaboration and growth for both parties.

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Our solution to the challenge

We approached the project with a clear vision and a rapid execution strategy, successfully completing the MVP in just 75 days. We designed and developed the TEB Angel Investment Platform as a closed marketplace where startups could register and showcase their offerings to TEB Private clients. To maintain quality, startups underwent a rigorous vetting process, ensuring only high-potential businesses were featured, creating a curated and reliable ecosystem.

The platform allowed TEB Private’s high-net-worth clients to register as investors and browse startups categorized by industry, funding stage, and growth potential. Investors could explore, choose, and directly connect with entrepreneurs all within the same space, streamlining the investment discovery process and enhancing engagement. 

To empower investors further, we integrated an educational knowledge hub with resources on startup investing, covering topics such as risk evaluation, due diligence, and portfolio diversification. Additionally, members of the TEB Angel Investment Platform were automatically enrolled in the TEB Investor Club based on the specific industries they expressed interest in. As members of this club, they received detailed daily or monthly reports about the ventures on offer, ensuring they stayed informed. This combination of features provided clients with the tools and insights needed to make confident investment decisions.

The platform was seamlessly integrated into BNP Paribas’ existing infrastructure, ensuring compatibility with their systems and maintaining high-security standards. This integration allowed for efficient workflows, enabling investors to access the platform effortlessly through their existing accounts. The system also ensured smooth communication between clients and startups, providing a reliable and secure environment for managing interactions, and updates in real-time.