Pennsylvania Angel Network

Overview

The Pennsylvania Angel Network (PAN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the investment landscape for angel investors in Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. PAN's mission is to improve the overall investment environment for investors, increase the number of investors, and increase investment dollars in Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. PAN fosters an open ecosystem for the angel community through best practices, collaboration, due diligence support, networking, deal flow, education, and more, thereby enriching the ability to fund seed and early-stage companies. PAN's investment focus includes early-stage growth-oriented companies with the potential for a high return. The network's preferred industries encompass a wide range, including biotechnology, business products, clean technology, computers and peripherals, consumer products, education, electronics/instrumentation, financial services, food and beverage, gaming, healthcare services, industrial/energy, internet/web services, IT services, marketing/advertising, media and entertainment, medical devices and equipment, mobile, nanotechnology, networking and equipment, retailing/distribution, semiconductors, software, sports, telecommunications, and travel. By connecting investors with promising startups, PAN plays a crucial role in fostering economic growth and innovation within the region. The network's collaborative approach and comprehensive support system aim to create a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem that benefits both investors and entrepreneurs alike.

Investment Focus

• Accredited investors per SEC definition
• Affiliated with Penn State – alumnus, parent, friend
• Risk tolerant and ready to invest in early-stage private companies
• Willing and able to invest meaningful time – screening or diligence
• Domain knowledge valuable to the group
• Agree to establish a bank account as designated by the University to facilitate investment transfers

Portfolio Companies