How do I find angel investors in Illinois?

AngelBacked's database includes 1,532+ verified angel investors and VCs in Illinois. You can search by investment stage (pre-seed, seed, Series A+), industry focus, and check size. Each profile includes verified contact information, investment thesis, and portfolio companies.

What industries do Illinois investors typically fund?

Investors in Illinois are active across many sectors including SaaS, fintech, healthcare, AI/ML, e-commerce, and consumer products. You can filter our database by industry to find investors who specifically focus on your sector. Many Illinois-based investors prefer to fund startups in their local ecosystem.

How many active investors are in Illinois?

Our database currently tracks 1,532 angel investors and venture capitalists in Illinois. This includes individual angels, VC partners, family offices, and corporate venture arms. We update our database monthly with new investors and verified contact information.

Do I need to be located in Illinois to get funded by local investors?

Not necessarily. While some Illinois investors prefer local startups for easier access and board meetings, many are open to remote investments, especially post-2020. Our database shows each investor's geographic preferences so you can target those open to your location.

What is the typical check size for Illinois investors?

Check sizes vary widely among Illinois investors. Angel investors typically write $25K-$100K checks, while VCs range from $500K to $5M+ for early-stage rounds. You can filter our database by check size to find investors that match your fundraising target.

How do I cold email investors in Illinois?

We provide verified email addresses for Illinois investors in our database. For effective cold outreach: personalize your message, reference their relevant portfolio investments, keep it under 150 words, and include your traction metrics. Our export feature lets you build targeted lists for your outreach campaigns.

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How do I find angel investors in Illinois?

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Do I need to be located in Illinois to get funded by local investors?

What is the typical check size for Illinois investors?

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Top Angel Investors & VCs in Illinois

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Lilian Chen

Sanjiv Shah

Rachel Geller

Jason Mehring

Maurice Doyle

Keith Freeman

Connor Ryan

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Mike Barry

Tom Costello

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Brad McManus

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