Hawaiʻi Angels

Overview

Hawaiʻi Angels is an angel investment network that has been supporting early-stage startups in Hawaiʻi and beyond since 2002. The organization focuses on providing capital and coaching to founders, aiming to foster the growth of scalable companies. Their monthly meetings serve as a platform for entrepreneurs to present their ventures to a diverse group of investors, including experienced angel investors, venture capital firms, and professionals from various industries. This collaborative environment facilitates networking and knowledge sharing among stakeholders in the startup ecosystem. The investment strategy of Hawaiʻi Angels emphasizes supporting companies with committed annual revenues of $25,000 or more, a national or international focus, and the potential to scale to $10 million in annual revenue within five years. They also consider Hawaiʻi-based companies with annual revenues exceeding $500,000 for alternative investment models. The organization has invested over $70 million in hundreds of early-stage companies, demonstrating a strong commitment to nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. Hawaiʻi Angels operates with a membership model that includes individual investors and corporate or venture firms. Individual members are typically required to commit to a biannual investment of $25,000 in deals presented to the network. This structure ensures active participation and alignment with the organization's mission to support local entrepreneurship and contribute to the economic development of Hawaiʻi and the broader region.

Investment Focus

• Committed annual revenue of $25,000 or more
• National or international focus
• Potential to scale to $10 million in annual revenue within five years
• For Hawaiʻi-based companies, annual revenue exceeding $500,000 for alternative investment models

Portfolio Companies