Cintia Mano: How Angels Can Fly Higher | Episode 42

Nothing Ventured

In this episode of Nothing Ventured, Aarish Shah interviews Cintia Mano, CEO of Core Angels, a global angel investor network. Cintia discusses her journey in investing in 27 startups and leading Core Angels to develop 11 angel funds across various countries. They explore the importance of investing across geographies and verticals, encouraging more female angels to invest in startups, and the significance of taking action in investing without waiting to feel completely prepared. Tune in to learn about building angel funds, expanding opportunities for both investors and startups, and the value of putting your money to work.

Timecodes:
02:06 - Formalizing Angel Funds and Best Practices
03:09 - Benefits of Angel Funds for Startups and Investors
04:42 - Typical Journey of an Angel Investor
06:05 - Learning and Collaboration in Angel Investing
07:09 - Experienced Angels and Better Investment Experiences
09:10 - Pooled Capital and Influence on Cap Tables
09:46 - Fund Structure and Investment Commitment
11:55 - Cross-Pollination Amongst Funds
13:37 - Geographic and Thematic Focuses in Investment Strategy
17:01 - Current Operations and Angel Demographics
17:28 - Female Participation in Angel Investing
19:45 - Encouraging More Female Angels
00:22:00 - Challenges Faced by Female Founders
25:39 - Broader Issues of Diversity in Investing
28:28 - Female Founders vs. Femtech
32:35 - Exposure and Industry Understanding
36:26 - Advice for Aspiring Angel Investors
39:09 - Importance of Learning by Doing
42:22 - Portfolio Approach in Angel Investing
45:12 - Contrarian Conviction: Self-Reliance and Happiness