Alaska Angel Conference applications due Oct. 1

The Alaska Angel Conference (AAC) is where founders meet investors in a collaborative, 5-week journey that ends with one standout startup receiving a pooled angel investment-typically around $100K! This supportive program will help participants refine their pitch and connect with engaged investors.

The UAA Center for Economic Development invites students and employees to apply: "Share your vision and grow your business alongside Alaska's investor community!"

Key dates

• Entrepreneur applications due by Oct. 1, 11:59 p.m.
• Virtual programming for entrepreneurs: Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
• Pitch night: Nov. 4, 5:30-7 p.m.
• Final pitch event and investment announcement: Dec. 11

What entrepreneurs gain

• Access to aapital - Finalists compete for a major funding boost to grow their business.
• Equity exchange with care - The process treats equity as a relationship, thoughtfully guiding founders and investors through equity agreements.
• Investor-stage pitch prep - Engage in structured sessions to sharpen your pitch and prepare for due diligence.
• Expanded network and future potential - Build connections across Alaska's angel community that could lead to additional funding.

More information is available online or by reaching out to the Center for Economic Development.