10 Takeaways for Angel Investing Success
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TechCrunch+ roundup: Non-dilutive biotech capital, long-term angel investing, WayRay’s $80M pitch deck
TechCrunch
JUNE 24, 2022
Long-term angel investing: Understanding capital requirements and how to find quality investments. But there’s a reason successful angel investors are few and far between: returns may take several years to materialize, and not all companies you want to invest in will want your money.
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Angel Investing (1): Dealflow – Are You Sitting at The Right Poker Table?
Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 14, 2010
I believe the rise in angel investing is here to stay and the professionalization of this class (aka “super angels&# or “micro VC&# ) is a good thing for the VC industry and for entrepreneurs. But I fear that for most angel investors who invest over the long haul angel investing will not be a profitable endeavor.
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Hambleton Lord and Christopher Mirabile Are Changing the Face of Angel Investing
Angel Capital Association
MAY 6, 2021
By: Sarah Dickey, ACA Membership Director Boston-Area Angels Hambleton Lord and Christopher Mirabile Receive Hans Severiens Award for Individual Impact in Advancing the Field of Angel Investing. Ham and Christopher met in the busy Boston angel investing community where they both started and operated angel networks.
“Putting adVenture back into Venture Capital!”- Jeshua Soh’s Unique Approach to Investing
AsiaTechDaily
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
Register Hailing from Singapore, Jeshua Soh is a young and dynamic angel investor who has woven a narrative that curves through unconventional education, accidental entrepreneurship, and a globetrotting escapade to over 55 countries across five continents. In the early stages, it’s really all about the founder/founding team.”
"Money is Local, Impact is Global" for Angel Investing
Onevest
APRIL 1, 2015
By Michael "Luni" Libes In the traditional world of early stage, Angel and VC investing, money is local. Studies show that over 80% of funding at Angel groups and Series A VCs goes to businesses in the same city/region as the funders. Over in the impact investing space, this rule is not true. Read the original post here.
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NJEDA Program Helps to Draw Investment Interest into Innovative NJ Startups
American Entrepreneurship
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
NJ Entrepreneur Support Program provides guarantees to support investments into Garden State companies TRENTON, N.J. Qualified investors under the program must be independent from the company, and the proposed investment must not mature for at least one year, cannot require payment for at least a year, and must be unsecured.
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San Diego Angel Conference VI Announces Six Finalists to Compete for Share of Largest Event-Based Angel Fund in U.S.
American Entrepreneurship
MARCH 26, 2024
Angel investment fund selects six companies to pitch live on USD campus on May 9. Over 100 companies applied for SDAC VI, hoping to land at least $200,000* in angel investment or attract investors interested in funding their companies. Actual amount invested depends on total dollars raised.
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Triet Nguyen: Navigating the World of Tech Investing and Pioneering in Venture Capital
Jason Malki
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Triet’s journey in the world of investing began as a self-taught retail trader, a path he pursued to support his college education. Triet has a wealth of experience in portfolio support, angel investing, venture scout networks, advising emerging funds and startups, and has also been a founder himself.
San Diego Angel Conference Opens 2024 SDAC VI Fund to Angel Investors, Applications for Founders Seeking Funding Closes on Dec. 19th
American Entrepreneurship
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Accredited investors are invited to nation’s largest angel conference, which has invested $4.8M December 08, 2023 10:35 AM Eastern Standard Time SAN DIEGO—San Diego Angel Conference at the University of San Diego (SDAC) activates angel investors and connects them with early-stage companies seeking seed funding.
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San Diego Angel Conference Awards Ecodrive $300K Top Funding Prize
American Entrepreneurship
MAY 14, 2024
Four startup finalists pitched to an audience of entrepreneurs and angel investors For the sixth consecutive year the San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC), held at the University of San Diego, made sizeable investments into two startup finalists of its four-month-long program. Actual amount invested depends on total dollars raised.
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Alicia Robb Magnified the Movement to Drive Impact, Diversity, and Inclusion in Early-Stage Investing
Angel Capital Association
MAY 18, 2020
By: Sarah Dickey, ACA Membership Director Groundbreaking economist, author, investor, and entrepreneur is honored with the Angel Capital Association’s Hans Severiens Award While performing the research that culminated in her book, The Next Wave: Financing and Investing Strategies for Growth-Oriented Women Entrepreneurs , Alicia Robb, Ph.D.,
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The 1 Thing I Wish I Knew Before Angel Investing
Entrepreneur's Handbook
JANUARY 25, 2022
I Wasn’t Prepared for the Killer J-Curve Continue reading on Entrepreneur's Handbook ».
ACA Announces Keynote Speaker for Summit: Kwame Anku
Angel Capital Association
MARCH 8, 2024
The ACA and angel investing community are thrilled to welcome Kwame Anku as a keynote speaker to the Summit of Angel Investing in Columbus, OH. Kwame is the Founding Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Black Star Fund , an early-stage venture capital fund.
EO’s Most Popular Inc. Posts: A Lookback at 2023
Entrepreneurs' Organization
JANUARY 5, 2024
How to Run a Company With Two 10-Minute Weekly Meetings and Post-It Notes Barry Raber (EO Portland), a serial entrepreneur and CEO of real estate investment firm Business Property Trust , shared his insights on how to keep team meetings short and sweet with an effective system that fosters collaboration and engagement.
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A Weird and Wacky Approach To Angel Investing
OnStartups
MARCH 24, 2021
An Odd Start To My Angel Investing. So I thought of an idea: Why not invest in startups? Angel investing is like having a niece or nephew. It was for learning entrepreneurship. I then wrote a seed round investment check of $500,000 to HubSpot. This was unfortunate, because I liked angel investing.
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The Startup Failure Rate Among Angel-Funded Companies
Gust
AUGUST 17, 2015
With all the news about hundred million dollar rounds and billion dollar valuations, it can be hard not to look at the world of entrepreneurship and angel investing as a thrilling ride that only has one stop: success.
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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
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Neil's philosophy is simple: it's not just about providing guidance; it's about investing in success. Bagchi Law is committed to providing legal counsel while actively investing in the success and growth of our local entrepreneurs, contributing to the region's dynamic landscape," said Neil.
Hustle Fund wants to help spawn a new generation of angel investors
TechCrunch
MAY 10, 2021
And now, thanks to Hustle Fund, she is also an angel investor. Hustle Fund is coming out of stealth today with Angel Squad , a new initiative aimed at making angel investing more accessible to more people. She describes herself as “a complete novice” in angel investing, and so far, she’s loving the experience. “
5 Tips on Angel Investing from Veterans in this Space
Angel Capital Association
JUNE 14, 2023
More than ever, angel investors play an important role in solving some of the world’s greatest challenges, and they level the playing field in ways that support socioeconomic situations and diversity. For investors themselves, angel investing is a mix of exhilaration and caution. Investors invest together.
6 career options for ex-founders seeking their next adventure
TechCrunch
JUNE 7, 2021
If you want outside capital, VCs will chase after you to invest. At my prior firm, ff Venture Capital, we invested in a company co-founded by Nate Jenkins , who had a successful exit, but not quite enough to buy a private plane. Angel investing, venture capital and mentoring. Launch a new company. Part-time activities.
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Entrepreneur to Investor: Jason Mackey’s Personal Journey from Serial Entrepreneur to Emerging…
Jason Malki
AUGUST 7, 2023
As a Co-founder and General Partner at Athenian Capital , Mr. Mackey is raising a $50 million early-stage fund to invest in diverse teams, building the next generation of iconic companies with clear pathways to long-term profitability. How did you break into tech investing? What is it that excites you about investing?
EO’s Top Engaging Posts on Inc.com for 2023
Entrepreneurs' Organization
JANUARY 5, 2024
How to Run a Company With Two 10-Minute Weekly Meetings and Post-It Notes Barry Raber (EO Portland), a serial entrepreneur and CEO of real estate investment firm Business Property Trust , shared his insights on how to keep team meetings short and sweet with an effective system that fosters collaboration and engagement.
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The Angel Capital Association Appoints a New Dean of Faculty for the Ann and Bill Payne ACA Angel University Program
Angel Capital Association
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
It’s volunteers like him who make the member benefits so valuable,” said Bill Payne , angel investing education pioneer and lead donor.
Angel Investors Do Make Money, Data Shows 2.5x Returns Overall
Gust
OCTOBER 17, 2012
I began studying angel investing returns about 10 years ago as a result of a problem I couldn’t resolve: The investing world seemed certain that angel investors were rubes. Conventional wisdom dictated that they made reckless investments in very early-stage ventures mostly doomed to fail. So which is it?
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LIMBER Prosthetics & Orthotics Inc. Lands $513,000 in Seed Funding
American Entrepreneurship
JUNE 16, 2023
UC San Diego invests $250,000 and San Diego Angel Conference at University of San Diego awards $263,000 for LIMBER to address need for accessible, functional prosthetic limbs for amputees SAN DIEGO – June 14, 2023 – LIMBER Prosthetics & Orthotics Inc. Learn more at www.ucsd.edu.
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5 Things I Look when Investing in a Startup
Gust
SEPTEMBER 12, 2011
Since this is my inaugural post here, I decided it would fit the occasion to list the five things I value most in an startup investment proposal. And I don’t want to invest in teams that are surprised at the question or don’t know what it means. I’m not likely to invest in something I know little about when it’s also far away.
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#2 How to become a VC & common founder mistakes w/ Sarah Downey
Entrepreneur's Handbook
NOVEMBER 19, 2021
Learn from a partner at Accomplice VC Image courtesy of Sarah Downey Inspirational stories plus practical takeaways from the entrepreneurship world. Downey is an operating partner at Accomplice VC, an angel investor, and the founder of an upcoming lifestyle app (currently in stealth). Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
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Success & Challenges of the angel community: SEC asks ACA CEO Pat Gouhin to advise on capital formation as part of the FinHub’s Peer-2-Peer Series.
Angel Capital Association
MAY 11, 2022
During the meet up, which included representation from the majority of divisions within the SEC, Gouhin was able to talk about the power of angel investors and the role they play in economic growth, job creation, entrepreneurship and the connection between angel investment and venture capital dollars.
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Behind the Scenes: Building an Angel Experience You Will Never Forget
Angel Capital Association
MARCH 25, 2021
By: Sarah Dickey, ACA Membership Director The programming team for ACA 2021 - The Summit of Angel Investing is full of experienced, respected angel investors and ecosystem providers, and they are hard at work creating a virtual experience that will change the way you think about angel investing.
After 30 years, ‘Crossing the Chasm’ is due for a refresh
TechCrunch
JUNE 10, 2021
Jeff Bussgang of Flybridge Capital , a former entrepreneur turned venture capitalist, teaches entrepreneurship at Harvard Business School. A glaring example in our investment portfolio is database software company MongoDB. Jeff Bussgang. Contributor. Share on Twitter. Today, everyone aspires to be an early adopter.
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Impact Hub Taipei: fuelling a virtuous circle of impact
Impact Hub
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Notable partners include the Social Enterprise Revolving Fund, Phandeeyar, Angel Investment Network Indonesia, Hong Kong Social Enterprise Challenge, and Impact Hub Geneva. The success of the 2030 Impact Accelerator is further amplified by the strategic partnerships forged with key organisations and mentors.
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The Venture Capital Diversity Gap and Why It Matters
StartupNation
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Despite the growth in awarded venture capital (VC) funds, a staggering disparity remains between the amount of total VC funds invested in entrepreneurs and the portion of those funds invested in ventures founded and/or led by women—particularly women of color. I am no stranger to this gender gap within the VC space.
Foreign investors have a bigger role to play in growing Latin America’s startup ecosystem
TechCrunch
AUGUST 30, 2021
Ricardo Sangion previously launched operations for Facebook and Pinterest in Latin America, before joining operator-led global investors TheVentureCity as partner for first-ticket investments in the region. VCs have more money than ever, and it’s getting increasingly expensive to invest in North America. investors remain shy.
Why is GoCardless COO Carlos Gonzalez-Cadenas pivoting to become a full-time VC?
TechCrunch
NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Index Ventures, a London- and San Francisco-headquartered venture capital firm that primarily invests in Europe and the U.S., Gonzalez-Cadenas is a seasoned entrepreneur and operator, but has also become a prolific angel investor in the U.K. and Europe over the last three years, making more than 50 angel investments in total.
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Austin emerges as a city of unicorns and tech giants
TechCrunch
APRIL 6, 2022
VCs invested over $5.5 billion across 412 deals in 2021, more than double the amount of capital invested in 2020, according to PitchBook data. While they are not primarily focused on Texas, they are starting to invest locally, as well.”. Notably, S3’s investment thesis is focused on Texas. Comparisons to Silicon Valley.
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Turning the Camera on Chris Dixon
Both Sides of the Table
JULY 12, 2011
If you don’t read it and you care about tech & entrepreneurship, you should. If you like the quick summary notes, please check out Adam’s blog on tech, entrepreneurship & VC as a thank you. The firm focuses on early stage companies in the Northeast but occasionally invests in California startups.
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Trends in Seed Stage Funding for Entrepreneurs
Gust
DECEMBER 13, 2011
Here are the trends in venture capital financings from 2006 through 2010 – the number of seed stage deals funded and total investment by region in millions of dollars. . VCs in NYC invested, on average, only $2.4 US Angel Investment – All Regions. Investment. All Seed-VC. Silicon Valley. New England.
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Compound aims to be a one-stop shop for tech employees to manage their finances
TechCrunch
JANUARY 27, 2022
Like many other tech employees, the two software engineers held equity in startups they had worked for, cryptocurrency investments and other illiquid assets. How much can they afford to angel invest? Compound sees itself as a one-stop shop for its users to view their personal balance sheet, Gonen said.
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Both sides must be fair in a term sheet negotiation.
Berkonomics
MAY 15, 2014
Each one of these terms includes aspects of fairness, ethics, law, business, entrepreneurship, psychology and investing. Angel investing today is similar to where venture capital investing was in the mid-1980s. Very often, the initial opinions of the people around the table are radically different.
Be an entrepreneur who leads with transparency
TechCrunch
MARCH 21, 2022
Marjorie Radlo-Zandi is an entrepreneur, board member, mentor to startups and angel investor who shows early-stage businesses how to build and successfully scale their businesses. 5 essential factors for attracting angel investment. More posts by this contributor. How to calculate your startup’s TAM, SAM and SOM.
Book Review: Creating Startup Junkies
Ecosystem Builder Hub
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Jeff Amerine has held senior leadership positions in nine startups and three Fortune 500 companies, and he has made more than 90+ angel investments into new ventures and small businesses either directly or through the funds he manages.
ACA Chair Emeritus Christopher Mirabile Appointed to SEC?s Investor Advisory Committee
Angel Capital Association
MAY 21, 2020
He is also co-Managing Director of Launchpad Venture Group , a Boston-based venture investment group focused on seed and early-stage investments in technology-oriented companies. Christopher has been a columnist on entrepreneurship for Inc. Launchpad is top-three ranked group in the U.S.
The Funding Gap
Gust
DECEMBER 6, 2011
It is clear from this table that Friends and Family, Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists provide 95% of the capital for new ventures. Friends and Family typically invest a few thousand to perhaps $10,000, and only a small number of investors provide more than $50,000. Angel investments range from $100,000 to $1.5
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