Alliance of Angels

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Overview

Alliance of Angels is an angel investment network based in Seattle, operating as the largest and most active group in the Pacific Northwest. It connects over 180 accredited investors who provide seed and early-stage funding to high-growth startups in sectors including technology, hardware, consumer products, and life sciences, with investments typically ranging from $500,000 to $1,500,000.¹²³⁴

History

Founded in 1997, Alliance of Angels has grown into a prominent angel network in the Pacific Northwest. Since inception, it has invested over $100 million into more than 200 companies, achieving over 40 exits that generated more than a billion dollars in returns.¹³ The group maintains a member-driven fund and recently raised $1.3 million for an Innovation Fund to support 10-12 early-stage startups annually.²

Reputation

Alliance of Angels is recognized by investors and entrepreneurs as one of the most active angel groups nationally, valued for its substantial funding volume and mentorship support in the Pacific Northwest startup ecosystem.¹²⁴ Professionals note its broad sector focus and structured investment process, though it strictly limits investments to US- and Canada-headquartered C-corps, excluding certain industries like cannabis and gambling.³⁵ Enthusiasts appreciate its track record of exits and returns, positioning it as a key player for early-stage tech and life sciences ventures.¹³

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