Crain’s Business Journal exclaims “BlueWater Angels have been one of the most active and most successful angel-investor groups in Michigan. Founded in 2008, they have had the kind of big exits from the sale of portfolio companies or initial public offerings that investors dream about.” Read more.
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. Watch here.
A safe haven for both professional and amateur business builders alike. Mentoring, Motivation, Training to Educate, Equip and Empower Network Marketers. Ken Kousky, president of Blue Water Angels, on the role of Angel investing and the new jobs act on start-up funding. Watch here.
Rules Governing the Limited Offer and Sale of Securities Without Registration Under the Securities Act of 1933. Read more.
Regulation A+ allows the public to invest in private companies. Startups can use a Mini-IPO under Reg A+ to turn their customers into investors. Read more.
Venture investing can be an exciting and challenging game to play. Some startups that show incredible promise go bust while others prove to be real money makers. Read more.
A letter urging the US Securities and Exchange Commission to adopt an additional accreditation standard that takes into account other relevant factors besides financial metrics to determine financial sophistication. Read more.
This paper is meant to provide insight and guidance for both Angels and Entrepreneurs. Read more.
Best Practices for Incubators, Angel Groups, Pitch Events. Read more.
Determine if Regulation A+ is a good fit for your company and how best to maximize your path to success. Read more.