Founded in 1992 and based in Edinburgh, Archangels is a leading business angel syndicate that has been at the forefront of early-stage investing in Scotland for over 30 years. The syndicate comprises more than 100 investor members and typically invests over £10 million per year in early-stage Scottish companies. Archangels focuses on disruptive technology with protectable intellectual property, which is difficult for competitors to replicate. Their core sectors include technology and life sciences. The syndicate has a strong track record, having invested over £160 million in innovative early-stage companies with the potential to scale globally. Archangels often co-invests alongside partners such as Scottish Enterprise and British Business Investments. Notable recent investments include a £6 million Series A funding round for CSignum, a provider of underwater wireless technology, and a £2.2 million investment in Bioliberty, a company developing a soft robotic glove. The syndicate has also achieved significant exits, including the sale of medical AI business Blackford Analysis to Bayer Pharma and optical platform business Optoscribe to Intel Corporation.
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Investment role
Lead and follow
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
£750,000 - £3,600,000
When engaging Archangels, founders should highlight the defensibility and scalability of their technology, emphasizing robust IP and a clear path to global markets. Demonstrating strong technical validation and early traction in Scotland, as well as a collaborative mindset for working with co-investors, will resonate. Articulate how your solution addresses a significant unmet need and show readiness for active, hands-on investor involvement throughout your growth journey.
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