The challenge: clunky software and missing information  The Maine Angels are accredited private equity investors who invest in and mentor early-stage companies in Maine and New England. Founded in 2003, they have invested over $39 million in more than 50 companies. Currently, they have around 80 active members and receive 10-15 investment applications per month.  Before Dealum, Maine Angels used Gust for managing their members and investment applications. Even though the solution had similar capabilities and processes, Elizabeth Mills, the Operations & Investment Associate of Ma ..read more

The purpose of deal negotiation is – obviously – coming to a deal. Not just any deal, but a mutually beneficial agreement for both the investor(s) and the startup. Angel investing is much more than the “set it and forget it” type of traditional investing and, as such, a successful deal negotiation should be the beginning of a transparent and fruitful partnership for years to come.  Here’s what angel investing deal negotiations usually look like and why they often include a lot of give and take.  What does the negotiation process look like?   Deal negotiations happen when a ..read more

2023 was undoubtedly rocky for the startup world. There’s a widely known saying attributed to Baron Rothschild, an 18th-century British nobleman and member of the Rothschild banking family that "the time to buy is when there's blood in the streets" to which Warren Buffet has added: "Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful." Both of these hold true in traditional and angel investing.  But is there blood on the streets yet? And if so, how does this affect angel investing? As we’re nearing the end of Q1 2024, let’s take a look at whether the economic downturn an ..read more

Today, everybody who is anybody is dancing away on TikTok – from mainstream influencers to realtors and bankers. What about the world of angel investing? When will we see angel investors promoting their latest syndicate while wiggling away to some hit song? Even though TikTok is likely not going to be the first choice for investment insight any time soon, the power of social media is recognized by angel investors across the globe.  But how exactly can angel groups use social platforms in their favor? And how to make it worth your while? Let’s dive right in.  There are many ways ange ..read more

Dealum is excited to announce its partnership with StartUpNV, Nevada’s state-wide accelerator and venture fund dedicated to building a diverse and resilient economy. This collaboration aims to support and enhance StartUpNV’s impactful programs that educate, cultivate, and attract investment for entrepreneurs and startups.  “We are happy to contribute to the growth of Nevada’s entrepreneurial community through partnership with StartUpNV ,” said Seren Rumjancevs, the CEO of Dealum. “What stands out for us in StartUpNV is that their business strategy focuses on investing in non-traditional ..read more

Before – the challenge Before adopting Dealum, sTARTUp Day faced operational challenges. Pitching competition organizers struggled with the manual nature of the event management: startups registered via Typeform and data was managed and processed in Excel. The festival's growth over the years made this approach unsustainable. As the event evolved and the number of participating startups increased, the workload became overwhelming – old methods required increasingly more time and effort. The decision to transition to Dealum was influenced by practicality. Dealum's founder, Rein Lemberpuu, is a ..read more

Another year has passed and my, oh, my, does the time pass fast these days! As part of our tradition, it’s time to look back and appreciate where we’re at and how far we’ve come.  Despite the global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, Dealum as a whole is in a good place. We know why we’re here and where we want to go. We have the patience to build a fantastic team without compromising on any team member’s motivation or professionalism. We continue to build a great product that the customers need and are financially self-sufficient. None of these can be taken for granted being a young ..read more

The world of startups is all about dreams, innovation, and building the future. But let’s not be coy – it is also about returns on investment. Both the founders and the angel investors hope that there comes a time to reap the rewards of all their hard work and dedication – a successful exit. Let’s find out, when is a good time to exit, what strategies can be used, and how to know what is the best option. Exit: why you need a plan  An "exit" is an event or strategy through which founders, investors, or shareholders ‘cash out’ their investment – in other words, liquidate their ownership in ..read more

Dealum, the forefront platform for angel investing and angel group collaboration, is thrilled to announce the renewal of its partnership with the Angel Capital Association! This cooperation solidifies Dealum’s position as a recognized ecosystem member, showcasing our commitment to fostering connectivity and collaboration within the global angel investment community. Seren Rumjancevs, CEO of Dealum, expressed enthusiasm about the ongoing collaboration: “The USA with its vibrant startup investment scene is a globally recognized investing ecosystem and ACA plays a major role in influencing and d ..read more

Dealum is built to support and enable organizations that provide early-stage capital to startups, such as angel networks. We see that these organizations play a crucial role in the pre-seed community and therefore helping them to become more efficient and successful will make an impact on the whole ecosystem. Although the majority of the tools on our platform are developed specifically to help angel group operators save time and be more productive, we recognize that it’s equally crucial to engage and activate their investor members. An investor group with active members is much more likely to ..read more