How do I find angel investors in Chicago?

AngelBacked's database includes 1,011+ verified angel investors and VCs in Chicago. 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 Chicago investors typically fund?

Investors in Chicago 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 Chicago-based investors prefer to fund startups in their local ecosystem.

How many active investors are in Chicago?

Our database currently tracks 1,011 angel investors and venture capitalists in Chicago. 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 Chicago to get funded by local investors?

Not necessarily. While some Chicago 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 Chicago investors?

Check sizes vary widely among Chicago 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 Chicago?

We provide verified email addresses for Chicago 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 Chicago?

What industries do Chicago investors typically fund?

How many active investors are in Chicago?

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

What is the typical check size for Chicago investors?

How do I cold email investors in Chicago?

Top Angel Investors & VCs in Chicago

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Lilian Chen

Rachel Geller

Sanjiv Shah

Jason Mehring

Keith Freeman

Maurice Doyle

Connor Ryan

Tom Costello

Mike Barry

William Connell

Lauren Bugay

Bob Goldberg

Brad McManus

Paul Steinberg

Tom Groos

Chris Girgenti

Mike Mauceri

Mark McDonnell