About Angel Investing

Angel groups benefit entrepreneurs through exposure to a wider set of potential investors, and a structured process that facilitates a relatively quick and efficient investment decision. Angel investing represents a significantly large and growing portion of early stage capital available to startup companies. We encourage you to read Angel Investing 101 and Considering Valuation if you are new to angel investing.

Is an Angel Investment right for me?

It is important that you understand who we are, how we operate, what we look for in potential investments, and what we expect in return.

Angels typically invest from $50,000 to $500,000 as a group and invest in one to four transactions per year. Individuals may choose side-by-side investments in amounts starting at $25,000. For the risk and added value they provide, angels typically seek returns commensurate with their risk.

Our funding process involves a thorough screening process where companies are selected to present to our members for funding consideration.

It is critical that entrepreneurs study our Investment Criteria (in this section) before applying for funding. The SeedStep Angels does not make exceptions to these criteria. Entrepreneurs: Do not waste your time and expend your energy completing the application if you do not meet these criteria.

What we’re looking for

We evaluate based on management team, market opportunity, growth potential, as well as other factors. To stand out, make sure that you meet our investment criteria and that you are fully prepared with a polished business plan and presentation. We are looking for positive, forward-thinking entrepreneurs and opportunities of a non-litigious manner.