What is WAI Angels?

What is it?

• A dedicated angel “network of networks” for members of the WAI Group.
• A place for WAI members to observe, learn and dip their toes into angel investing.
• A place for affiliated angel networks to identify new co-investors.
• A network that emerging female fund managers can leverage to build a track record.

Who is eligible to join?

• WAI Group members.
• Affiliated angel networks must be represented by at least one WAI member.

Are there obligations and restrictions?

• No minimum investment commitment. 
• No restriction to women-led startups/SMEs.
• No minimum requirements for pitch decks/ investment memos. 
• Anyone can share a deal as long as they disclose their relationship to it.
• By joining, members agree to respect the Conduct Guidelines.

Conduct Guidelines

• Respect confidentiality: get explicit consent from founders before sharing decks.
• NDAs are impractical for a large network; rather use anonymity.
• Disclose your relationship to the deal/founding team when sharing a deal.
• If you spot a conflict of interest at any point, or see one developing, disclose it.