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How and Why To Be an Angel Investor

David Teten

Source: Center for Venture Research – Angel Market Analysis Report. Q: What is the typical profile of angel investors? Angel investors are generally former entrepreneurs and/or executives, who invest in privately-held, early-stage companies. Q: Why do people become angel investors? 1994 – present.

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Startup Communities: Creating A Great Entrepreneurial Ecosystem In Your City

Feld Thoughts

Before the Internet (1970 to 1994). Pre Internet Bubble (1995 – 2000). Angel Investors Must Be Organized. Comments of any sort are welcome and encouraged! The table of contents, as of today, follows. The Boulder Entrepreneurial Community. Boulder As A Laboratory. The Internet Bubble (2001 – 2002).

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