The Alabama Certified Capital Company program, commonly referred to as CAPCO, is bringing new investments, jobs and opportunity to small businesses and communities across the state. Businesses that request CAPCO investment funding must meet certain criteria and requirements set by the Alabama Development Office, which administers the program. CAPCO financing, an alternative to conventional bank financing, can accommodate a slightly higher risk profile an provide a more flexible structure for growing businesses.

Alabama Companies being considered for CAPCO financing must meet the eligibility requirements established by the State listed below.

• Headquartered in Alabama or will be relocated to Alabama
• Principal business operations in Alabama or will be relocated to Alabama
• Have no more than 100 full-time employees, and 80% of employees are in Alabama or 80% of payroll is paid to employees in Alabama.

Industries that qualify for the CAPCO program may include:

• Manufacturing, processing, or assembling products
• Conducting research and development
• Providing services