VC0 101: What Are Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists?

VC 101 is a several part seminar series that covers the basics when it comes to venture capital. This seminar will cover what are angel investors, venture capitalists, and family office investors. It will include an angel investor, a venture capitalist, and a debt provider. Each will talk about what they do, why they offer capital for startups, and how/when they expect to get paid back. Sub-topics will include:

• What are angel investors, venture capitalists, and family office investors?
• What are accelerators and venture studios?
• How are they different and how are they alike?
• How do they get paid back or are incentivized?
• Where the investment capital comes from?
• What types of companies they invest in?
• What are the different stages of investment capital?
• Is it right for your company?
• How do I access investors? What resources exist to help me along the way