Akros Advisory is proud to partner with
TechTown Detroit to promote Summer 2024's
Catalyst Angel Program
BECOME A CONTRIBUTOR.
A CONNECTOR.
A CATALYST.
TechTown’s Catalyst Angel Program helps emerging angel investors in the Great Lakes Region who identify as Black, Latinx and/or women gain knowledge about investing, engage in curated courses through partner organizations and connect with other investors in local and national angel communities.
Participants have the opportunity to maximize investment strategy and expand capital in the ecosystem with the goal of creating economic opportunities for startup companies.
Advantages of Angel Investing
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Contribute to job growth in your community and beyond by investing in startup companies locally and nationally
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Learn about angel investing as an asset class
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Expand individual capital through angel investing
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Mentor startup founders
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Strengthen deal flow
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Engage with, and learn from, other angel investors and processes
Requirements
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Self-identify as Black, Latinx, and/or a woman
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2 years or less of angel investing experience
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Be an accredited investor
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Reside in Minnesota
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Commit to completing the six required Angel Capital Association basic courses
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Consumer Packaged Goods Cohort
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July 8: Interest Form Deadline
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July 18: In-person Cohort Kickoff
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July 22 - Aug 26: 6 On Demand Angel University Classes
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1 course a week, which participants can work through on their own time
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Aug 20: Positive Impact, Positive Results Webinar with BMO
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Sept 5: Graduation
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Sept 18: In-person Fall Investor Rally, part of Twin Cities Startup Week
Healthcare
Cohort
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July 19: Interest Form Deadline
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Aug 20: Positive Impact, Positive Results Webinar with BMO
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Aug 28: In-person Cohort Kickoff
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Sept 18: In-person Fall Investor Rally, part of Twin Cities Startup Week
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Sept 23 - Oct 2: 6 Virtual Angel University Classes
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1 course a week. Participants log in to class with angels from across the nation. The classes are recorded if there is a scheduling conflict.
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Nov 7: Graduation