Angel Capital Association

Demystifying Angel Investing: A Guide to Investing in Promising Startups Angel investing is a powerful way to fuel innovation, support early-stage businesses, and potentially achieve high financial returns.?Demystifying Angel Investing?is a comprehensive ebook designed to guide new and seasoned investors through the fundamentals of angel investing, risk management, and investment strategies. Developed in collaboration with experienced investors and educators from the?Angel Capital Association (ACA), this ebook is an excerpt from the?Angel University program—a leading educational resource for angel investors. It covers: ? The basics of angel investing and its role in startup growth? ? How to assess investment opportunities and mitigate risks? ? Strategies for portfolio diversification and due diligence? ? The impact of angel investing on economic and technological innovation Whether you are an aspiring investor looking to enter the angel investing world or a seasoned professional aiming to refine your strategy, this ebook offers valuable insights to help you navigate this high-reward but high-risk asset class. Learn how angel investors?“do good while doing well”?and gain the tools to make informed investment decisions. ?? For more information, visit:?https://ow.ly/s60I50V6X51

Get Smart on Startup Investing! As winter thaws, it’s time to shake off the financial freeze and embrace new investment opportunities! The 2025 ACA Summit of Angel Investing is just around the corner, and for a limited time, we’re offering a special incentive to help you get started. Join ACA as an individual member today and get $150 off the current member registration rate—saving you $500 compared to the non-member rate! The Angel Capital Association (ACA) is the nation’s largest community of angel investors, bringing together top minds to network, explore trends, and discover high-potential deals. There’s no better way to activate your membership than by attending this premier event in April. Join now and unlock: ?Exclusive access to the ACA Summit ?Proven strategies for building & diversifying your portfolio ?Connections with top angel investors & industry experts ?Insights to fuel higher returns & drive economic innovation Don’t miss out—this offer won’t last long! Click Here: https://ow.ly/XnCh50V5ErV

On Wednesday, the Senate confirmed Kelly Loeffler, former Republican Senator from Georgia, to lead the Small Business Administration (SBA). Loeffler was nominated by a vote of 52-46, with all Republicans voting yes and all Democrats voting no. During her confirmation hearing, she discussed her plans to reduce regulatory burdens on small business owners and to enhance access to SBA-backed loans and grants. She also asserted her goal to implement Trump’s policies to restore the small business economy.

Get Smart on Startup Investing! As winter thaws, it’s time to shake off the financial freeze and embrace new investment opportunities! The?2025 ACA Summit of Angel Investing?is just around the corner, and for a?limited time, we’re offering a special incentive to help you get started. ? Join ACA as an individual member today and get $150 off the current member registration rate—saving you $500 compared to the non-member rate! ? The?Angel Capital Association (ACA)?is the nation’s largest community of angel investors, bringing together top minds to network, explore trends, and discover high-potential deals. There’s no better way to activate your membership than by attending this?premier event?in April. ? Join now and unlock: ?Exclusive access to the ACA Summit ?Proven strategies for building & diversifying your portfolio ?Connections with top angel investors & industry experts ?Insights to fuel higher returns & drive economic innovation Don’t miss out—this offer won’t last long!?Click here: https://lnkd.in/gDAk9JPY.

?? Big News for Small Businesses! ?? Congressman David Kustoff (R-TN) has introduced the Small Business Investment Act of 2025, a game-changer for entrepreneurs looking to access the capital they need to grow. This bill expands IRC Section 1202 eligibility, making it easier and more affordable for businesses to raise funds and secure flexible financing. The bill represents an exciting milestone for the ACA Public Policy Committee and Innovator Alliance members who have tirelessly championed Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and policies that drive economic growth. ?? Read more: ??https://lnkd.in/gEDsFkr3 #SmallBusiness #Investment #Entrepreneurs #CapitalAccess #QSBS #EconomicGrowth Pat Gouhin Bobby Franklin Claiborne ("Clay") Rankin Christopher Mirabile Tony Shipley Chris McCannell Blair Hancock Rich Palmer Ronald Weissman Catherine Mott Joe Wallin Marcia Dawood Mark Friedman National Venture Capital Association

Indulge in an unforgettable evening at A Taste of Colorado, an exclusive AIF Reception powered by Rockies Venture Club.* Set against the backdrop of our annual Summit, this vibrant gathering will take place on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 7-9 PM, bringing together the best of local cuisine, community, and connection. All proceeds from this event will benefit the AIF. REGISTER HERE ?? https://ow.ly/XpgW50UU3rU Kevin Kudra Ron Brush Elizabeth Sigety Katelynne Staehnke Dannielle Stewart Pat Gouhin Ronald Weissman Marcia Dawood Rockies Venture Club Silvia Mah PhD, MBA Sarah Dickey Brittni A. Kristina Montague

The ACA Data Insights Report 2024 reveals key trends shaping angel investing, including the slowdown in startup exits, the persistence of high early-stage valuations, and the challenges of securing Series B funding. The report also highlights industry returns, investor best practices, and strategies for navigating the evolving investment landscape. Download the full report today to gain data-driven insights and stay ahead in the world of early-stage investing!

THERE'S STILL TIME! Get Your Nominations in for Luis Villalobos! ?? Get nominating now: https://lnkd.in/gdY8562Y! The Luis Villalobos Award recognizes the most ingenious and innovative idea recently financed by members of the Angel Capital Association. Each year three finalists are selected to attend the ACA Summit and honored as a group. The award is presented from among this group to the CEO of the winning company during the annual awards ceremony. This award honors Luis Villalobos, who founded the TCA Venture Group (formerly Tech Coast Angels), one of the largest and most respected angel organizations in the world, in 1997. Companies funded by Tech Coast Angels have raised more than $1 billion to date. He was a true “leading light” in the angel field, making nearly 60 personal investments, educating numerous angels, and particularly in educating and mentoring entrepreneurs before he passed away in 2009. He was a sought-after expert and speaker about sophisticated angel investment. Luis appreciated ingenuity and entrepreneurial thinking in every aspect of life, and always looked to invest in and mentor the most innovative companies. TCA Venture Group Richard Sudek, PhD Sarah Dickey Kevin Kudra Peter Adams Silvia Mah PhD, MBA Brittni A. Joann MacMaster Ron Brush Rockies Venture Club

THERE'S STILL TIME! DEADLINE IS THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7! ?? Get nominating now: https://lnkd.in/gdY8562Y! The Luis Villalobos Award recognizes the most ingenious and innovative idea recently financed by members of the Angel Capital Association. Each year three finalists are selected to attend the ACA Summit and honored as a group. The award is presented from among this group to the CEO of the winning company during the annual awards ceremony. This award honors Luis Villalobos, who founded the TCA Venture Group (formerly Tech Coast Angels), one of the largest and most respected angel organizations in the world, in 1997. Companies funded by Tech Coast Angels have raised more than $1 billion to date. He was a true “leading light” in the angel field, making nearly 60 personal investments, educating numerous angels, and particularly in educating and mentoring entrepreneurs before he passed away in 2009. He was a sought-after expert and speaker about sophisticated angel investment. Luis appreciated ingenuity and entrepreneurial thinking in every aspect of life, and always looked to invest in and mentor the most innovative companies.

Indulge in an unforgettable evening at A Taste of Colorado, an exclusive AIF Reception powered by Rockies Venture Club.* Set against the backdrop of our annual Summit, this vibrant gathering will take place on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, from 7-9 PM, bringing together the best of local cuisine, community, and connection. All proceeds from this event will benefit the AIF. REGISTER HERE ?? https://ow.ly/XpgW50UU3rU Kevin Kudra Michal Soclof Dannielle Stewart Ronald Weissman Silvia Mah PhD, MBA Lisa Padilla Pat Gouhin Sarah Dickey Damien Delgado Rockies Venture Club