Turn Growth Plans into Real Capacity with the CAMPS Capital Accelerator

For most manufacturers, the primary obstacle to growth isn’t a lack of ambition; it is often the complexity and timing of securing capital. When capital is slow or mismatched to a project, the "demand window" can pass before equipment is even installed. The CAMPS Capital Accelerator was specifically designed to prevent these delays, ensuring that manufacturers can line up the right funding at the right time to keep their projects on schedule.

Protecting Your "Go-Live" Date

The core promise of the Accelerator is to help members achieve faster time-to-capacity. In a competitive market, manufacturing leaders win when they can secure capacity before demand spikes. By streamlining the transition from decision to installation and ramp-up, the program helps companies move forward without the usual chaos associated with complex financing.

A Diagnostic Approach to Capital

Not all manufacturing projects are created equal, and neither is the funding they require. The Accelerator provides clarity on the best-fit capital structure by helping leaders diagnose the right path for their specific needs, whether it involves:

• Equipment finance

• Working capital

• Facility expansion

• Public incentives and grants

The objective is to match funding to the project so that manufacturers aren't forced into deals that create a future "cash squeeze" or restrictive terms.

Impartial Guidance and Reduced Friction

A significant benefit of the program is its impartiality. Members are not pushed toward a single provider; instead, they receive tailored guidance and can choose to work with CAMPS Funding Partners or their own trusted advisors.

Furthermore, the Accelerator addresses the administrative "friction" that often stalls fundable companies. By providing templates, checklists, and hands-on guidance regarding documentation and timelines, the program ensures that missing details or unclear assumptions don't lead to unnecessary delays.

Manufacturing-Savvy Partners

One of the most valuable assets of the Accelerator is access to a network of funding providers who truly understand manufacturing realities—including lead times, throughput, and production ramps. This means leaders don't have to "educate their financier from scratch". These connections are facilitated through warm introductions and monthly, non-solicitation briefings and office hours.

The Execution Pathway: How It Works

The Accelerator is not just a list of lenders; it is a practical execution pathway. The process follows five straightforward steps:

1. Enroll: Exclusive to CAMPS members.

2. Diagnose: Identify the best funding paths.

3. Prepare: Assemble the package (financials, quotes, and timelines) with help from partners.

4. Match & Engage: Connect with providers or proceed with existing advisors.

5. Close & Deploy: Finalize terms, purchase, install, and ramp production.

CAMPS even provides follow-through support after the deal is closed to ensure a smooth rollout and continued funding success.

Is Your Project Ready?

The Capital Accelerator is a pragmatic advantage for CAMPS members planning equipment, line, or facility projects in the next 3–12 months. While it is not intended for pure startups seeking venture capital, it is the ideal tool for established manufacturers making real operational investments where speed and execution are paramount.

By leveraging the Accelerator, manufacturers can de-risk their deals, protect their go-live dates, and get the right capital without the noise.

The CAMPS Capital Accelerator is a member-only benefit. There is no additional charge to enroll in the Accelerator. If you are a member of CAMPS and want to enroll in the CAMPS Capital Acclerator contact Chelsea McNamara at chelsea@camps-us.com. 

If you would like to join CAMPS and the Capital Accelerator, learn more at www.camps-us.com.

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