The Aurora Angels
Aurora Angels is a newly
formed
seed/early stage angel capital group composed of and run by angel
investors and investment professionals. This organized group of angels focuses on nurturing high-growth businesses that are developing innovative products and services
in the cleantech (enviornmental, alternate energy), alternate energy
(wind, solar, biomass), –advanced
materials, and Information
technology areas . Our primary geographical focus is on northwestern
upper peninsula of Michigan, although we will address outstanding
opportunities throughout the state of Michigan and region.
The members of Aurora understand and have shared the entrepreneurial experience and passion of starting with a napkin business plan, focusing the basic vision of a business and building successful companies from that vision and are willing to offer direct aid as mentors to our affiliates.
In addition, Aurora has developed relationships
that can directly reduce the business uncertainties of starting a
venture. Companies that Aurora invests in have the advantage of
access to the comprehensive high-quality, low-cost support services
offered by Michigan Tech Smart Zone and affiliated with Michigan
Technological University with linkages
to the Michigan university system. Aurora views all of its investments
as opportunities to share our experience in high-tech entrepreneur with others and also to learn from new entrepreneurs.