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What’s Fueling The Rise Of Angel Investors From Smaller Cities
India’s startup ecosystem is going through a paradigm shift in many ways. One such shift is the rise of angels investors from places beyond major cities. This is despite the risks associated with this asset class.
The trend goes hand-in-hand with the increasing number of founders starting out from smaller cities. Success stories of these founders have led to more angel investors from the hinterland and vice-versa.
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The Chennai Angels invests ₹2.61 crore in start-up Blaer Motors
The start-up has been working on hybrid and electric drive-train solutions for two-wheelers and three-wheelers and collaborating with multiple OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) for commercializing drive-train solutions.
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The Chennai Angels invests in Bumberry
With participation from Bumberry’s existing investors Konglo and Kerala Angels, the total investment stands at Rs. 3.11 crores.
Bumberry was Kerala Angel Network(KAN)’s first investment after formation of the network, early last year.
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The Chennai Angels and Brinc launch new accelerator program
The Chennai Angels and global accelerator Brinc on Tuesday announced the launch of an online acceleration programme for agritech, foodtech, healthtech, and fintech startups, and invited applications for it.
The three-month programme will provide participating startups a minimum investment of $50,000 and the opportunity for further funding based on their performance and initial traction.
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Brinc TechBlazers Accelerator Program
The three-month intensive program will provide participating startups with a minimum investment of 50,000 USD and the opportunity for further funding based on their performance and initial traction. Furthermore, startups will be fully supported through their product development and will receive business and investor connection/matchmaking to facilitate growth.
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How to evaluate deals
Investing in a start-up has a bigger element of judgement at an early stage and is more driven by numbers at a later stage. A good start-up idea should have a good narrative, backed by relevant data (not just by conviction), which makes evaluation more coherent. Absence of either a good narrative or data can impair ability to evaluate.
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How to get started as an Angel Investor?
They back early-stage start-ups that have high growth potential and high risk. Angels are high net worth individuals who want to expand their investment horizons by backing start-ups that show promise and profitability. While most angels are accredited, the definition has broadened with more and more people showing interest to expand their investment portfolio.
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How to find the right Angel Investor in India
Start-ups require funding at various stages of their growth. They may need initial funding at the seed stage for go-to-market and later for development of new products, hiring resources, marketing and sales expansion.
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How to pitch to Angel Investors
They tend to operate either alone, as individuals, or as groups (syndicates or networks of some kind). In India, networks can be those like Indian Angel Network (IAN), The Chennai Angels (TCA), Mumbai Angels and so on.
India has a distinct shortage of Angels; the total number will barely exceed a few thousand.
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How Successful Entrepreneurs Conquer and Avoid Anxiety
We’ve all heard the advice, “Work to live; don’t live to work.” I appreciate this sentiment.
I’m as committed to this concept as I am to managing a successful business. After all, I’m working toward a win-win — making a great life for my family and myself and contributing to the success of my customers and my community.
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Mastering Productivity for Your Business
Many entrepreneurs are alone at the top, owning a clear majority or 100 percent of their businesses. And while they enjoy the fruits of their labor, this situation of sole responsibility can be stressful. If the stress is not well managed, it can lead to unproductive habits, which can be draining on your energy and enthusiasm.
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The Perils of Emotions in Investing
In many ways, emotions are life’s seasoning; they spice up what might be bland or dull. Like spice, they may get out of control before you know it.There are some things you just don’t add spice to, like ice cream. Or investing.
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Expanding Your Business: Delegate, and Grow Your Practice
Running any business is hard. Running one by yourself is demanding and draining. There’s never enough time to get everything done. Eventually all business owners, including financial advisors, face the daunting task of delegating.
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Why Should I Invest?
Regardless of economic background or walk of life, most individuals make money in two ways: earning it through work and investing. Though for the first-time investor, this second option can feel daunting and inaccessible.
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MangoPoint Secures INR 3.5 Cr in Funding Round Led by the Chennai Angels
MangoPoint, the first APEDA- and NPPO-recognized packhouse in Tamil Nadu, has successfully raised INR 3.5 Crores in a funding round led by The Chennai Angels, with participation from the Nativelead Angel Network and Keiretsu Forum.
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MY3DMeta Raises over Rupees 10.5 Cr from the Chennai Angels, Dholakia Ventures, and Others
Y3DMeta a 3D Modelling tech company, secured an investment of over Rs. 10.5 cr from The Chennai Angels, Dholakia Ventures, AccelNest, Karn Nagpal, Badri Raghavan, IIT-IIM Angels, Hyderabad Angels, and others.
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Homegrown Sustainable Baby Essentials and Apparels Brand A Toddler Thing Raises Funds from Chennai Angels in the First Round
A Toddler Thing is one of the most sought-after Baby Essentials brands in India. They are a homegrown brand based out of Coimbatore, with the aim of creating a culture of sustainable and eco-friendly living. Their product lines include GOTS and CPSIA certified clothing and a wide range of Organic Muslin essentials and apparels carefully designed to keep babies comfortable and happy!
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Premium Coffee Brand Trelish raises 3.5 Cr from the Chennai Angels
Trelish, a premium coffee brand specializing in instant liquid coffee blends has announced a fundraise of 3.5 Cr in a recent round led by The Chennai Angels. Trelish intends to utilise the funds for geographic expansion, hiring top talent and to further strengthen the brand.
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EarthFokus raises Rs 1.52 Cr from the Chennai Angels
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 22 (ANI/BusinessWire India): EarthFokus, a company offering Water savings as a service to commercial and residential clients has raised Rs 1.52 CR from The Chennai Angels in a recent fundraise.
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Ecoil Secures INR 3 Cr in Funding Round Led by The Chennai Angels
Ecoil, a pioneering eco-friendly gasoline production startup, has secured INR 3 Crores in a funding round led by The Chennai Angels, with participation from AIC Banasthali Vidyapith Foundation, Shell India, and other high-net-worth individuals.
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Homegrown Beer Maker Proost Raises INR 25 Cr To Enter New Markets
Homegrown beer brand Proost Beer has raised INR 25 Cr
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Flutrr, India’s 1st Multilingual Dating App, Raises INR 4 Cr in a Round Led by The Chennai Angels
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The Chennai Angels Funds Sugar Watchers in Round Led by ah! Ventures
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Twixor Raises $2.4 Million In Series A Funding Round
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IoT-enabled agritech platform CultYvate raises Rs. 4.5 crore in funding
CultYvate, the IoT-enabled agritech platform by Farms2Fork Technologies, raised Rs.
