The Angel Investor’s Edge in the AI Era – How to Spot, Assess & Optimise AI-Driven Opportunities

​AI is reshaping every industry — but not every “AI company” is what it seems.
In today’s deal flow, pitch decks are full of AI buzzwords. The challenge for angel investors? Separating genuine, defensible AI-driven businesses from those simply riding the hype.

​Join Jo Eckersley - founder, AI trainer, and experienced startup leader who has had over 30 angel investors involved in her own ventures - for this practical, no-hype session designed exclusively for angel investors and early-stage funders.

​You’ll discover:

• ​The 60-second AI-Native vs AI-Enabled test – the fastest way to tell if AI is truly the core value or just a bolt-on.

• ​7 AI red flags that can save you from costly missteps in diligence.

• ​How to spot “vibe coding” and assess the stability, security, and scalability of AI products.

• ​The compliance curve: why EU AI Act timelines could impact portfolio companies sooner than you think.

• ​The investor’s roadmap for assessing AI opportunities - without needing to be a data scientist.

​Format:

• ​1 hour of interactive insights, case studies, and examples you can use immediately.

• ​15–30 minutes Q&A to address your specific questions and portfolio scenarios.

​By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a sharper filter for AI claims, a clearer sense of risk and upside, and a framework to future-proof your investment strategy in the AI era.

​📅 Date: Weds 1st October 2025
⏰ Time: 10am - 11.30am (UK)
📍 Location: Online (Zoom link provided after registration)

​🎯 Perfect for: Angel investors, syndicate members, early-stage VCs, and investment committee members who want to strengthen their AI diligence without drowning in technical jargon.