EUROPE space , the first obstacle that anyone must overcome is locating and securing investment .
“ You need lots of it to build ,” says Gorissen . “ Experience is all well and good but you need a track record and cash flow for investors .”
In the first 12 months , Gorissen sought out private equity organisations for investments as well as seeking companies that could partner with Data Valley to realise the DataCube . He had the basic concept , but he needed 3D detailed drawings , prefabrication and companies that were capable of meeting a threefour month build time . He admits it took time finding the right people .
Gorissen , of course , was not alone . His business partner Kuijs had sold his company previously to join him , and so he made the initial investment
“ Experience is all well and good but you need a track record and cash flow for investors ”
JEF GORISSEN , COO
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