About this event

Join us at our annual Angel Fest Fall Investor Rally during Twin Cities Startup Week. We heard from angels that they want more opportunities to look at local deals together. So let's do it!

We’ll hear pitches from 5 local startups from a variety of industries, showcasing a great cross-section of Minnesota's ecosystem. The pitches will be short and quippy, with plenty of time to network with other early-stage investors and directly meet the founders. But this isn't a pageant, showcase, or competition (no participation ribbons here!)...these are real opportunities.

Check out this years five pitching companies

Pennant Co-founder & CEO Jeff Lin

Pennant is a technology platform that enables performing artists to launch their own custom-branded subscription video channel to connect directly with their patrons and fans.

Pelva Founder & CEO Kelley Satoski

Pelva is developing a dissolvable hydrogel film to alleviate vaginal pain during intimacy.

Maazah Co-founder & CEO Yasameen Sajady

Maazah is a bright and bold Afghan-style chutney using fresh ingredients. Rooted in family traditions, Maazah is introducing a fresh take on condiments.

TurnSignl General Counsel & CEO Jazz Hampton

TurnSignl is an on-demand, real-time service that provides 24/7 access to legal guidance from an attorney to drivers while their camera records the interaction.

LEAH Labs Founder & CEO Wes Wierson

LEAH Labs is the first company to use gene editing to build solutions for diseases in our furry family members. They also use spontaneous dog diseases as high-impact models to better bridge the gap between the discovery and clinical application of novel biologics for humans.

Timeline

4pm: Registration
4:30pm: Welcome & Pitches Start
5:15pm: Networking

Who is this event for?

Early stage investors regardless if you are a solo angel, part of a network, or in a fund
Founder curious to invest in other startups
Individual interested in starting their investment journey
Community partners working with early stage investors

Parking

Free parking lot surrounding the 1414 Marshall St. building.

Additional free overflow street parking is available along Marshall St. and throughout neighborhood side streets.

Wayfinding

1. Map to 1414 Marshall St. NE.

2. Go through the gate to the left of the building and around the back to the riverside entry. DO NOT go to the Veranex/ Fusion Hill entry at the front of the building.

3. Look for the red door and enter Studio 1414.

4. We will be there to greet you!

Attire

Venture casual - this means comfortable yet polished clothing that is suitable for a relaxed & professional environment. You'll likely see everything from cool sneakers, high heels, Patagonia vests, and possibly even a suit or two.

Other Related Events

Beta Showcase: We encourage you to also check out the BETA Showcase highlighting founders in their latest cohort which will be taking place directly after this event. Check out their website for more details as they're announced (https://www.beta.mn).

Unpack the Pitch: Join the Groove Team as we unpack and analyze the deals from the Angel Fest Fall Investor Rally. This is a great opportunity to get inside the head of a startup investors and to better understand how they analyze potential investment opportunities!

Date: Thursday, 09/19 | Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Message Ava@groovecap.com for additional details if interested

Programming is made possible by, and in collaboration with, Riverbridge Partners along with our Angel Fest 2024 sponsors.