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Nebraska Angel Network

North America, Nebraska, United States, Lincoln

Description

The Nebraska Angel Network, commonly known as Nebraska Angels, is a well-established angel investor group based in Lincoln, Nebraska. Founded in 2006, its core mission is to provide crucial early-stage capital and strategic mentorship to high-growth companies primarily located within Nebraska and the broader surrounding region. This focus underscores their commitment to fostering local economic development and nurturing the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.

The network's investment strategy is broad yet discerning, targeting promising ventures across diverse high-growth sectors, including technology, life sciences, and manufacturing. They actively seek companies that demonstrate strong management teams, possess defensible competitive advantages, and articulate clear exit strategies. The Nebraska Angels are known for their collaborative approach, frequently co-investing with other angel groups or venture capital firms to ensure comprehensive funding solutions for their portfolio companies.

Since its inception, the Nebraska Angel Network has made a substantial impact on the regional startup landscape. The group has invested over $10 million into more than 30 companies, demonstrating a consistent commitment to nurturing innovative businesses. Their typical participation in investment rounds ranges from $100,000 to $500,000, with an average investment per company standing at approximately $300,000. This financial commitment, coupled with active mentorship, helps their portfolio companies scale and achieve their growth objectives.

By focusing on early-stage companies with significant potential, the Nebraska Angels play a vital role in bridging the funding gap for nascent businesses in the Midwest, helping to transform innovative ideas into successful enterprises.

Investor Profile

Nebraska Angel Network has backed more than 49 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 19 rounds, about 39% of its total and boasts 6 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Angel, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Israel.
  • Strong thematic focus on Software, Health Care, SaaS.
  • Typical check size: $100K – $500K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (45%)
  • Angel (39%)
  • Series A (10%)
  • Pre Seed (4%)
  • Series B (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (96%)
  • Israel (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Software
  • Health Care
  • Saas
  • E-commerce
  • Travel
  • Security
  • Analytics
  • Information Technology
  • Agriculture
  • Agtech
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Nebraska Angel Network frequently co-invest with?

Lightbank
North America, Illinois, United States, Chicago
Co-Investments: 2
Eugene M. Lang Entrepreneurial Initiative Fund
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Dundee Venture Capital
North America, Nebraska, United States, Omaha
Co-Investments: 2
Rockies Venture Club
North America, Colorado, United States, Denver
Co-Investments: 5
Linseed Capital
North America, Nebraska, United States, Omaha
Co-Investments: 6
Nebraska Global
North America, Nebraska, United States, Lincoln
Co-Investments: 2
Mid-America Angels
North America, Kansas, United States, Overland Park
Co-Investments: 3
IN
North America, Nebraska, United States, Lincoln
Co-Investments: 15
SeedStep Angels
North America, Oklahoma, United States, Tulsa
Co-Investments: 2
Nelnet
North America, Nebraska, United States, Lincoln
Co-Investments: 11

Which angels does Nebraska Angel Network often collaborate with?

JD
North America, Nebraska, United States, Lincoln
Shared Deals: 1
BK
North America, Georgia, United States, Atlanta
Shared Deals: 1
Michael Chang
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
JM
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Shared Deals: 1
BD
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Nebraska Angel Network?

DARO is improving livestock productivity, health, and biosecurity.

AgricultureMachinery ManufacturingMining
SeedFeb 25, 2025
Amount Raised: $1,100,000
Fast Forward

Kearney, Nebraska, United States

Fast Forward automates thermal inspections of powerlines using proprietary data collection software.

Data Collection and LabelingEnergyEnergy EfficiencyIndustrial AutomationSoftware
Pre SeedJun 7, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,020,000
Sentinel Fertigation

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Sentinel Fertigation develops the fertigation management platform that uses aerial imagery.

AgricultureAgTechSoftware
SeedMay 25, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,200,000
Elevator

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Elevator accelerates the growth of e-commerce entrepreneurs with an engaging and collaborative, community-oriented, co-warehousing space.

E-CommerceSocial EntrepreneurshipWarehousing
SeedFeb 14, 2022
Amount Raised: $600,000
Leash

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Leash is a ride service designed for the pets of busy people.

PetService Industry
AngelJan 1, 2022
Aspero Medical

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Aspero Medical is developing an endoscopic device that can be used by doctors treating patients with gastrointestinal diseases.

Clinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
AngelJan 1, 2022
Grain Weevil Corporation

Aurora, Nebraska, United States

Grain Weevil is a grain bin safety and management robot that engages the surface of the grain.

AgTech
SeedNov 22, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Bumper

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Bumper is one of the first educational investment apps for teenagers.

Financial ServicesFinTech
Pre SeedOct 21, 2021
Amount Raised: $500,000
Layer App

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Layer a flexible database and team collaboration platform for AECO teams working in BIM.

ArchitectureConstructionFacility ManagementProject ManagementSoftware
SeedOct 18, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,000,000
Maptician

Alpharetta, Georgia, United States

Maptician provides office space and facilities management software for businesses of any size.

Facility ManagementInformation TechnologySoftware
SeedMay 11, 2021
Amount Raised: $1,700,000