Three Investments Ignite a "Funding Summer"
Epic Angels has successfully closed three consecutive investments, setting off a "funding summer" and pushing total deployed capital beyond the $1 million USD milestone since their start in November 2021.
By the Numbers:
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19 companies funded: Across various sectors in the APAC region.
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$700K invested in 2023 alone: With an average deal size of $90K, and largest investment $200K this year.
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Over 225 Female Investors: Representing a global community with diverse backgrounds.
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200% yearly growth: In the number of active investors within the network.
"We founded Epic Angels to be a platform where female executives could get from 'zero to one' in early-stage startup investing. Today, with a 200% yearly growth rate and over 225 female investors, we're not only meeting but exceeding those initial goals. Our collective is making a real, meaningful impact in the APAC region, and this is just the beginning," said Maaike Doyer, Co-founder of Epic Angels.
A platform for more than just capital
Apart from financial investment, Epic Angels also provides startups with mentorship and access to a global network. This holistic approach helps female-led companies in APAC succeed and grow.
Hester Spiegel, Co-founder of Epic Angels explains, "Founders seek us out for more than just capital; they value the breadth of expertise and support our network can offer. The high level of trust within our community leads to better investment decisions and, ultimately, greater impact."
About the Global Entrepreneurship Network
The Global Entrepreneurship Network operates projects and programs in 180 countries, aimed at facilitating anyone, anywhere to initiate and expand a business. By promoting collaboration and initiatives between entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurial support organizations, GEN nurtures healthier ecosystems that generate more jobs, educate individuals, spur innovation, and bolster economic growth. For additional details, visit www.genglobal.org.
About Epic Angels
Epic Angels, the largest female-only investment collective investing in APAC, is on a mission to democratize angel investing and make early-stage startups investments accessible to all. Their goal is to empower women through education and a peer-community, giving them the confidence to make informed investment decisions. They support early stage, female-led startups in APAC with capital, mentoring and a global network. The network counts over 225 female angel investors and they have invested in 19 companies till date across industries.
For more information, contact Maaike Doyer and Hester Spiegel, Founding and Managing Partners, Epic Angels