How to start angel investing
Angel investing doesn’t need to be reserved for the ultra-wealthy. In fact, it’s becoming more accessible.
Join us for the ultimate beginner’s guide to angel investing – everything you need to go from curious to confident in making your first deal. And if you’re already an angel, you’ll still benefit from fresh insights.
We’ll share practical tips to help you build a smart, sustainable investment strategy with insights from Beth Carter – Flexa’s Director of Growth, SYSTM growth coach, and angel investor.
🔍 What we’ll cover:
How to get started with small cheques
How to pick your investments: what to look for in founders, what makes a good startup idea and how to spot red flags
Green flags of growth potential
Essential legal and financial considerations before writing your first cheque
Lessons learned: what new investors often get wrong
Q&A
👥 Who should attend:
Aspiring angel investors ready to make their first move
Professionals exploring new investment opportunities & strategies
Anyone curious about how to back startups with capital and expertise
Our hosts🎤
Michael McDowell
Investor Commercial Lead, SeedLegals
Michael leads Investor sales at SeedLegals and heads up our operations in Ireland. A lifelong entrepreneur and co-founder of Raise Ventures, he’s been at the forefront of supporting founders and investors across the UK and Ireland. With a background in property, energy and scale-up growth, he’s passionate about making startup investing more accessible and connecting people with opportunities that drive real change.
Beth Carter
Director of Growth at Flexa, SYSTM growth coach and angel investor
Beth’s been featured in Sifted, Tech EU and has given talks at the Copenhagen Business School and Founders Factory. You can usually find her inside a spreadsheet, hunting down interesting founders, working up customer-led strategies, or on the golf course.
About SeedLegals
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