Still in minority High-tech is still king, however. Industrial venture capital investment represented only 1.7 percent of the total venture money invested in the third quarter. Internet-specific and computer services firms combined represent more than 56 percent of the total investment, despite declines in both sectors. The fact that industrial investment increased bodes well for manufacturing firms. Cedar Creek is not the only venture capital firm seeking manufacturing investments.
Angel investors specialize in startups and companies in the earliest development stages.
The firm, founded last September, seeks to invest in firms from any industry that offer opportunities for rapid growth. While Rusinow hasn't seen growing investment in manufacturing firms, Silicon Pastures is willing to capitalize a manufacturer should the right business plan comes along. The manufacturing sector does offer some good, stable investments, particularly for firms like Capital Investments Inc. in Mequon, which specializes in providing venture capital and private equity for manufacturers. It may not be as dynamic. It's been really fertile ground for us.