Catherine Mott had never heard of angel investors when a friend who worked in the venture capital sector suggested she launch an angel network in 2000.
At the time, she owned a consulting firm that helped small- and medium-sized banks establish investment divisions. But even during her 14-year career in brokerage and banking prior to becoming a consultant, Ms. Mott had not come across "angels" -- typically wealthy individuals who use their own money to finance high-risk, early-stage business ventures.
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Author: Joyce Gannon
