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In the heart of the NC Triangle (Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill), where ideas take flight, a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem thrives.

Angel Capital Association

As such, Neil provides both guidance and counsel as well as direct support to startups and entrepreneurs, knowing this combination is a more natural and dynamic approach to empowering the entrepreneurial community. Entrepreneurs gain access to knowledge, mentorship, and contacts, significantly increasing their chances of success.

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Ann & Bill Payne Announce $300,000 Match to the Seed the Future Campaign

Angel Capital Association

The Paynes and hundreds of other donors have generously supported AIF's Seed the Future Campaign, which was set up to invest in initiatives that fuel job growth, innovation and economic prosperity for all communities. About the Angel Investor Foundation (AIF) and Angel Capital Association (ACA).

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Should every startup get funded?

This is going to be BIG.

If you can’t back it up with guidance and mentorship, we’re burning up a lot of cash, 500k at a time. Getting key strategy advice early on, or getting introduced to a new market can make or break a company in ways that no amount of angel capital can help. You’d also be incredibly shortsighted.

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At Last – An Asset Class Achieving High Ownership at Low Cost

Angel Capital Association

This unprecedented growth provides a wealth of new opportunity for the investment community. As we see more startup successes come out of studios like Snowflake, Moderna, Dollar Shave Club, Hims[DS1] , and many others, we will continue to see expanded interest from the investment community.

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Entrepreneurs: Define Your Mission and Vision for Success; a Mentor Can Help

Angel Capital Association

For example: at, SCORE , our mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through mentoring and education. Since 1964, SCORE has provided education and mentorship to more than 11 million entrepreneurs. Your mission statement should be clear and simple enough to stand on its own, without additional explanation.