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TS Ventures
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200K - 600K
Pre-seed Seed Series A
TS Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Bergisch Gladbach, Germany. They invest in early-stage and late-stage companies harnessing information growth and computing power to change the world. They have a team of experienced professionals who are committed to helping companies succeed. They...
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United Investors
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50K - 2M
Pre-seed Seed Series A
United Investors is an investment company headquartered in Moscow, Russia. The company provides a wide range of services, including asset management, corporate finance, financial advisory, and capital markets services. It also offers a variety of banking services, such as international payments,...
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An angel network is a group of angel investors who collaborate to invest in early-stage startups. They usually invest in the pre-seed or seed stage, providing capital in exchange for equity in the company. Here are some key points to keep in mind:

Angel networks are usually composed of high-net-worth individuals who have experience in entrepreneurship, investing, or both. They may be former entrepreneurs, executives, or other professionals.

Angel networks are often sector-specific, meaning that they focus on startups in particular industries or niches. This allows them to leverage their expertise and networks to provide value beyond just capital.

The investment process for an angel network typically involves the following steps:

  • Startups apply to pitch to the network, often via an online application or referral from a member.
  • A screening committee reviews the applications and selects a subset of startups to pitch to the entire network.
  • The selected startups pitch to the network at an event or series of events, typically in-person but sometimes virtual.
  • Interested investors form a special purpose vehicle (SPV) to pool their investments and manage their equity in the startup. This allows the startup to have a simpler cap table and deal with a single entity instead of multiple individual investors.
  • The SPV invests in the startup in exchange for equity, and the network members provide mentorship and other forms of support as needed.

Some pros of receiving investment from an angel network include:

  • Access to a group of experienced investors who can provide mentorship, advice, and introductions to their networks.
  • A simplified investment process compared to raising from individual investors, as the SPV handles the administrative work and investors can pool their resources.
  • Potentially faster access to capital compared to traditional venture capital firms.

Some cons of receiving investment from an angel network include:

  • Typically smaller investment amounts compared to venture capital firms, as angel investors are investing their own money rather than managing a larger pool of institutional capital.
  • Potential for conflicts of interest if multiple network members have similar business interests or compete with each other.
  • Potential for slower decision-making compared to traditional venture capital firms, as the network may need to coordinate investment decisions among its members.