AngelList
AngelList is a platform that connects startups with investors and job seekers.
Services
AngelList is a platform that connects startups with investors. Startups can list their companies and seek investment, while investors can browse through these listings and find potential investment opportunities. AngelList also offers a job board where startups can post job openings, helping them find talent. Additionally, the platform provides syndicates, which allow investors to pool their resources and invest together in startups.
Founders
AngelList was founded by Naval Ravikant and Babak Nivi in 2010. Naval Ravikant is an entrepreneur and angel investor known for his investments in various tech companies. Babak Nivi is an entrepreneur and author, who co-created the Venture Hacks blog, which eventually evolved into AngelList.
History
Founded in 2010, AngelList began as a blog called Venture Hacks, offering advice to startups and investors. The platform quickly evolved into a service that facilitates startup funding. Over the years, it has expanded its services to include job listings and syndicates, becoming a comprehensive platform for the startup ecosystem.
Products
AngelList offers several key products including the AngelList Syndicates, a service that lets investors pool their resources to invest in startups collectively. The platform also provides AngelList Jobs, a job board that connects startups with potential employees. Another core product is the fundraising platform, where startups can list their companies to attract investment from accredited investors.
Sector
AngelList operates in the venture capital and startup sector. The platform serves as a critical nexus for startup funding, job placements, and collective investment activities. It plays an essential role in the lifecycle of startups by facilitating initial and subsequent rounds of funding and helping connect talent with growing companies.