We back Disruptive Innovators solving problems at scale

Our Investment Thesis

Malabar Angel Network (MAN) invests in technology-enabled startups, particularly those rooted in Kerala, that have the potential to generate local employment and address regional challenges at scale. Startups identified by the MAN team as promising will be invited to present their ideas to investors during scheduled pitch sessions, providing them with valuable exposure and potential funding opportunities.

MAN’s investment thesis centres on startups that can create significant impact across various sectors, are at an early revenue-generating stage, and are suitable for angel investment. Our ticket size typically ranges from Rs. 2.5 Lakhs to Rs. 50 Lakhs, with flexibility based on the potential of the startup. We have a history of tickets extending up to Rs. 1.5 Crore for particularly promising ventures. The startups we back should be disruptively innovative, capable of serving large markets in India and globally, having the potential for rapid scaling. We also collaborate with other angel networks and venture capital firms to co-invest in high-potential ventures led by ambitious teams.

MAN members invest directly in companies and receive share certificates/debentures in their names. Angel investing involves significant risks, including the potential loss of the entire investment. However, if you have the right portfolio of startups, they can give significantly high returns compared to other asset classes. Each investor makes independent decisions and assumes full responsibility. Malabar Angels is not liable for any investment losses. Refer to the framework document for details.

Pitches in FY 2024
0 +
Invested
~ 1 Cr.
Startups Funded
1
Investment Rounds
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The Startup Timeline

Disclaimer : There may be multiple Pitching Rounds.

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2. Preliminary Analysis by MAN

The MAN Secretariat reviews the pitch deck.

If any details are missing, the Secretariat asks the startup to provide the necessary information, sharing the MAN template as a reference.

Above is a tentative timeline and subject to changes depending on the queue and also the extent of diligence and assessment required in each stage. 

We strive to expedite the investment process at every stage, ensuring that startups receive timely feedback and support. While we make every effort to accelerate the process wherever possible, our commitment remains to provide you with a seamless and efficient experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ’s for Startup Founders

We believe our network can add more value to a start up beyond financial capital. We have an
experienced pool of members who come from diverse backgrounds- work experience and living in different parts of the world.

We can also introduce you to other networks, who are represented in our pitch sessions normally. Check out Startup Funding to know more.

Yes, it can be downloaded here.  However it is not mandatory to adhere to this template, as long as all the information sought in our template is furnished in your pitch deck. If this information is not furnished in the first attempt, it is likely that you may not cross the filtering process at stage 1.

Our Co-Investing Groups

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