Innovation and Inclusion in Angel Investing
Angel investing is evolving across Europe, driven by a new generation of investors who combine professional expertise with a commitment to innovation and impact. At the heart of this transformation are individuals like Elizabeth Pauchet, Business Angel and member at the Femmes Business Angels, whose multifaceted career reflects the growing diversity and dynamism of the angel ecosystem.
Big Angels Day 2025: Why Europe needs to rethink angel investing
While the US sees business angels investing around €8 billion annually, Europe lags behind at just €1 billion. This disparity is not only a number – it signals a missed opportunity to fund innovation, support entrepreneurs, and strengthen Europe’s competitiveness in the global startup race.
Building a stronger angel ecosystem in Europe
Across Europe, angel investors are playing an increasingly critical role in turning innovative ideas into successful businesses. They are often the first to take a leap of faith, backing startups before venture capitalists or banks are willing to commit. But as the market evolves, so do the challenges: keeping a steady pipeline of early-stage ventures, addressing the gender imbalance among investors, unlocking cross-border opportunities, and adapting to new financing models like crowdfunding.
Why international angel investing is the future
As innovation becomes increasingly global, angel investing must evolve beyond national boundaries. This was the central message of ESIL’s June 2025 workshop, which brought together leading personalities from across continents to discuss one critical idea: the future of innovation depends on international angel investing. From early-stage deep tech funding to cross-border syndication models and EU-wide co-investment platforms, this interactive workshop proved that the power of angel investors is amplified when borders are surmounted.
IASP Webinar – Women Business Angels: challenges and opportunities
Business angels are pivotal in the innovation ecosystem, providing early-stage funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to startups. Their involvement bridges the gap between the inception of innovative ideas and their successful commercialisation. Business angels contribute not only financially but also through their expertise and networks, which are invaluable for startups striving to scale.
The crucial role of Business Angels in the EU innovation ecosystem
Business angels are pivotal in the innovation ecosystem, providing early-stage funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance to startups. Their involvement bridges the gap between the inception of innovative ideas and their successful commercialisation. Business angels contribute not only financially but also through their expertise and networks, which are invaluable for startups striving to scale.
Croatian angel investing ecosystem: the launch of CBAN – the Croatian Business Angels Network
Formally established in February 2025, this newly created network brings fresh momentum to the region’s investment scene, with a strong focus on supporting technology startups in Croatia and the wider Southeast Europe (SEE) region.
Exploring investment opportunities in Biotech and Life Sciences: A European perspective
The Life Sciences sector, particularly biotechnology, is rapidly evolving, presenting a myriad of investment opportunities for forward-thinking investors. As Europe aims to cement its position as an innovation hub, understanding the landscape and identifying key trends can be crucial for making informed investment decisions.
Diversity and inclusion in angel investing
In the evolving landscape of angel investing, Jenny Tooth OBE stands out as a powerful advocate for diversity and inclusion. As the Vice President of Diversity for Business Angels Europe and Executive Chair of the UK Business Angels Association, Jenny has been at the forefront of promoting gender diversity and supporting innovative entrepreneurs across Europe.
The synergy of EIC Accelerator and Business Angels in shaping startup success
The ESIL workshop which recently took place in Zagreb, Croatia, featured a dedicated session on Business Angels and Accelerator, highlighting the transformative potential of the EIC Accelerator programme while addressing the challenges faced by startups, emphasising the need for stronger ecosystems, collaboration with Business Angels, and improvements in the application process.