HBS Alumni Angels

HBS Alumni Angels is a prominent global network of angel investment groups, originating from the Harvard Business School alumni community. While the provided LinkedIn profile points to the active New York chapter, the broader network was founded in Northern California in 2007 and has since expanded to numerous cities worldwide, including Boston, London, and others. These groups collectively leverage the extensive HBS alumni network, comprising seasoned entrepreneurs, executives, and investors, for deal sourcing, rigorous due diligence, and valuable mentorship for portfolio companies.

The network primarily focuses on early-stage investments, typically participating in seed and Series A funding rounds. Their investment thesis is largely sector-agnostic, with a diverse portfolio spanning technology, healthcare, consumer goods, fintech, and various other emerging industries. They prioritize startups demonstrating strong management teams, scalable business models, significant market opportunities, and clear paths to exit. Investment decisions are made by individual members after collective screening processes and pitch events, often leading to syndicated deals among alumni.

For the HBS Alumni Angels of New York, a representative chapter, the typical first check size ranges from $50,000 to $500,000. Across the entire global HBS Alumni Angels network, their collective impact has been substantial; as of recent reports, the various chapters have invested over $100 million into more than 150 companies since their inception. This demonstrates their significant role in providing crucial early-stage capital and strategic guidance, extending beyond mere funding to offer portfolio companies access to a vast network of experienced HBS alumni for strategic partnerships and follow-on funding opportunities.