Angel Investing Simulation

In the simulation, participants will:

• Receive startup investment scenarios or pitches

• Analyze business models, market potential, and financial projections

• Perform due diligence to validate startup claims

• Negotiate investment terms and structure deals

• Allocate capital across startup portfolios balancing risk and return

• Monitor portfolio companies’ progress and decide on follow-on funding

• Respond to company updates, pivots, or market shocks

• Prepare and present investor updates or recommendations

• Collaborate with peers acting as investors or founders

• Understand the angel investing lifecycle and best practices

• Apply due diligence frameworks to evaluate startup opportunities

• Structure investment deals including term sheets and equity stakes

• Manage early-stage investment portfolios for risk diversification

• Develop negotiation skills with startup founders

• Assess the impact of market conditions on startup viability

• Communicate investment rationales and performance to stakeholders

• Appreciate legal, financial, and ethical considerations in angel investing

• Gain confidence in decision-making under uncertainty and volatility

• Explore the broader role of angel investors in entrepreneurial ecosystems

1. Analyze Startups Conduct due diligence reviewing financials, market potential, team capabilities, and risks.

**2. Make Investment Decisions Decide which startups to fund, negotiate terms, and allocate capital to build a balanced portfolio.

**3. Collaborate or Compete Work individually or in teams acting as angel investors negotiating co-investment terms or competing for deals.

4. Manage Portfolio Monitor startup progress, adapt strategies, and decide on follow-on investments or exits.

5. Communicate Investment Rationale Prepare and deliver investor memos, pitch decks, or performance updates to stakeholders.

6. Respond to Market Dynamics React to simulated market events, startup milestones, or challenges impacting investment outcomes.

7. Reflect and Debrief Analyze investment results, discuss lessons learned, and refine investment strategies based on feedback.

• Do participants need prior investing experience? No prior experience is necessary. The simulation includes instructional content to help all participants understand angel investing principles.

• How long does the simulation typically run? The simulation can be conducted over 2-4 hours and can be adjusted for shorter modules or extended sessions depending on learning goals.

• Is this simulation individual or team-based? It supports both formats and reflects the collaborative and sometimes competitive nature of angel investing groups.

• Are real-world data or scenarios used? Yes, participants work with simulated startup pitches and market data inspired by real-world early-stage investment opportunities.

• Can instructors customize the simulation? Yes, instructors can tailor industry sectors, investment stages, and challenge scenarios to fit specific educational objectives.

• How is participant performance assessed? Performance is measured based on investment returns, portfolio risk management, quality of due diligence, strategic decision-making, and communication skills.

• What career paths does this simulation prepare for? Prepares participants for roles in angel investing, venture capital, startup advisory, entrepreneurship, and financial analysis.

• Quality of investment decisions and due diligence rigor

• Risk-adjusted portfolio management and diversification

• Negotiation skills and deal structuring accuracy

• Responsiveness to market and startup changes

• Clarity and persuasiveness in investor communication

• Collaboration and adaptability within team settings