101 Applications for San Diego Angel Conference Fund VI
Silvia Mah PhD, MBA
Published Author | 2 x TEDx speaker | Igniting Innovation, Impact & Investing through Action & Intentionality | VC | Associate Professor | Keynote Speaker | Advocate 4 Diverse Founders | Investor | Servant Leader
Introducing San Diego Angel Conference Fund VI! I'm thrilled to have already embarked on this transformative journey with a growing angel investor ecosystem. With the backing of over 100 dynamic angel investors, we're on a mission to fuel the most exceptional innovators and founders driven by integrity. Groundbreaking ideas impact significant markets with teams who strive for impact to make this world a better place; funding these startups is what SDAC is all about. Our ethos is to "get to yes" with a proactive approach of feedback, funding, and follow-up with the entrepreneurs who apply.
The newly appointed Fund Manager for Fund VI for the angel investment group San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC) is Priscilla Luckhurst. CONGRATS to our fearless Fund VI manager, Priscilla Luckhurst who is not only finishing her MBA and Master’s in Finance at University of San Diego #KnaussSchoolofBusiness while leading 2 businesses of her own AND a mother, but running the fund like a BOSS WOMAN alongside the fab Mysty Rusk , founder of USD Free Enterprise Institute at the University of San Diego - Knauss School of Business . Women leaders build community with direction, dignity, grace and respect.
"I’m looking forward to amplifying founders and aligning them with investors who have the vision and resources to propel their success! I'm excited to fund great companies!" -Priscilla Luckhurst
101 applicants have begun the process of review to "get to yes"
Incredible innovative startups from every corner of the nation have thrown their hats into the ring for the 2024 San Diego Angel Conference! The pulse-pounding process involves a rigorous evaluation by our discerning and active angel investors on Gust , where startups are meticulously scored based on the information the entrepreneurs provide. The co-fund management team, consisting of a powerhouse group of 9 experienced angel investors , leads a group of 5-8 angel investors (aspiring and experienced angel investors) to dive into all companies and evaluate each one to distill down to the Quarterfinalists (25-ish great companies). This year, the competition is fierce, with a whopping 101 outstanding applicants vying for the spotlight. What stood out was that:
The list of SDAC Fund VI 101 applicants ....
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CONGRATS & RESOURCES
HUGE congratulations to the remarkable startups that went above and beyond, pouring their passion into the extensive application process for the San Diego Angel Conference. This journey demands more than just a mere application; it's a meticulous blend of a compelling pitch deck, a dynamic 90-second video, a comprehensive business plan, detailed financials, and a succinct executive summary – all intricately woven together on the Gust platform. This endeavor is not for the faint of heart, but for entrepreneurs who embody grit, determination, and a visionary spirit.
Embarking on such a demanding process requires a unique blend of tenacity and foresight, qualities that define the very essence of entrepreneurs. It's a testament to their unwavering commitment to their vision and the belief that their groundbreaking ideas are worth every ounce of effort.
In this challenging journey, entrepreneurs find solace and support from organizations like The Brink SBDC, serving as guiding lights throughout the process. The Brink SBDC stands as a beacon, supporting ALL applicants and ensuring they provide the right information in the format that resonates with discerning investors. This collaborative effort transforms challenges into opportunities, reinforcing the notion that, with perseverance and the right support, every visionary entrepreneur can not only weather the storm but emerge stronger, more resilient, and ready to revolutionize the tech landscape.
As a Brink Advisor, I did a "Perfecting your Gust Profile" webinar before the application deadline so that all applicants had a fair chance of creating the profile that best suited their startup. HERE IT IS.
SDAC Founder Mysty Rusk believes in supporting the most promising innovators so that this world's largest problems can be SOLVED by the right people with the right impact. “Attaining an angel investment doesn’t require affluence, education, or wealth. It requires a product that solves a real problem and an entrepreneur with tenacity and a tolerance for risk. With SDAC our main objective is to activate accredited investors, and funding innovative early-stage companies is a great byproduct. USD’s Free Enterprise Institute , Brink SBDC , and SDAC collaborate seamlessly to provide the infrastructure to ‘Get to yes!’,” says Rusk. “USD leads in values-driven free enterprise and has enabled an enduring network of entrepreneurs, partners, sponsors, and investors.”
Again, congrats to the founders, NOW FUNDERS; this is our time to mindfully select the RIGHT companies for our investment $$. I am excited to be a co-fund manager again this year; serving as Fund Manager for the inaugural fund, Fund I, was one of the BIGGEST joys of my life, and I am so honored to serve this community over and over again.
A Bit More About San Diego Angel Conference?
San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC), a University of San Diego program, is the largest angel investment program in the country, activating angel investors and engaging promising early-stage companies that drive the innovation ecosystem. Through a series of events and workshops that culminate in a one-day conference and pitch competition, SDAC provides valuable insights and hands-on education for entrepreneurs and angel investors. The program’s investment fund is managed by accredited investors who collectively decide which of the companies will receive funding each year. Visit www.thesdangels.com to see how SDAC helps founders and angel investors “get to yes!” Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn.
New and experienced angel investors can access information on joining the fund and participating in investor education, networking, and USD President’s Club events at www.thesdangels.com/angel-investor .
Absolutely inspiring to see such diversity and ambition among the startups applying! Henry Ford once said - Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right. Here's to the belief in your success and visions turning into reality! ??? Congratulations to every single founder for taking a bold step forward. ?? #SanDiegoAngelConference #Innovation #StartupDreams
CEO | Co-Founder | Board Member | Investor | Advisor | Techstars '24
8 个月Let’s gooooo!
Advisor || The Brink SBDC - University of San Diego
8 个月Can't wait to see who makes Quarterfinals......let's go SDAC 6!
Project Manager - I help entrepreneurs test their business Ideas before launching their product/service.
8 个月Exciting to see so many innovative startups! ??
Love this! Great job entrepreneurs!! Thank you Silvia and all the investors!!! Vamos Uruguay! As a graduate of the Uruguayan-American School, seeing Uruguay on the list made me so happy.