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DiscoveryMN Angels connects accredited investors with promising university-affiliated startups. We curate high-potential opportunities, bringing capital, expertise, and mentorship to innovative ventures. Our collaborative approach aims to deliver strong returns on investment while creating meaningful societal impact.

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    DiscoveryMN Angels supports university-affiliated startups with funding, expert mentorship, and a robust network. We connect you with passionate investors to fuel your growth and success.DiscoveryMN Angels is dedicated to investing in startups with a UMN affiliation.
    Eligible companies:

    • Have a Founder or leader who is a UMN alum, student, faculty/staff member or former student, or be based on technology developed at UMN.
    • Are raising a seed or Series A now or within the next 6 months
    • Are located in the U.S.

      About Us:

      DiscoveryMN Angels is a formal angel investor organization that invests in promising startups led by students, alumni, faculty and supporters of the University of Minnesota.

      DiscoveryMN Angels curates the elements for a thriving angel community to invest in university startups

      University students, alum, and faculty produce world-class research and innovation with the potential to change the world we live in.

      DiscoveryMN Angels plays an important role – bringing capital, connections, education and mentorship – that helps build startups into world-class companies with the potential to deliver a strong return on investment and societal impact.

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      Formal angel network of accredited investors

      Members are successful entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, researchers, micro-VCs

      Managed by experienced team (angel network, VC, and founder experience)

      Passionate about university innovation and impact

      Pre-seed, seed, series A, and follow-ons in select companies

      Startups raising $500K-$2M

      Based on member interest
      Key sectors: med tech, health tech, biotech, AI/data, SaaS, food/ag, environment, materials, manufacturing

      Committed founders
      Clear market advantage
      Validated IP
      High ROI potential

      Early access opportunities with strong ROI potential

      High quality deal flow from the university innovation community; sourced nationally

      Structured, collaborative process for stronger investing decisions

      Angel investment education

      Powerful network of like-minded investors and syndication partners

      Funding for company development and growth

      Access to industry and business experts

      Follow-on funding in select deals

      High-impact relationships

      OUR PROCESS IS COLLABORATIVE, EFFICIENT AND PROVEN

      DiscoveryMN Angels leverages network experts, industry committees and a formal investment process that results in thorough, informed investment decisions – for angels and entrepreneurs.

      Join for these Member Benefits:

      DiscoveryMN Angels makes it easy for you to invest in university startups that match your criteria, your investment thesis, and your goals.

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