Pitching Your Company

The St. Louis Arch Angels connects entrepreneurs with a diverse group of potential investors through structured presentations that facilitate efficient investment decisions.

If you’re interested in being considered for an opportunity to present to our members for possible funding, here’s what to expect.

Application Process

All businesses seeking Arch Angel funding must submit an application that is by invitation only. Many companies use their networks as an introduction to the Arch Angels, while some just call and ask for the introduction.

Pre-Screening

After a company completes an application, the due diligence team reviews the submission and follows up with additional questions. Once you have submitted all of the requested information, we’ll consider whether the opportunity is ready to present to the screening committee.

Screening Meeting

The screening committee meets in advance of each member meeting, providing an opportunity for entrepreneurs to pitch to a small group of members. If invited to present to this group, you’ll have 10 minutes to make a formal presentation followed by 10-15 minutes of Q & A. The Screening Committee decides whether and when an applicant will move forward to the full member meeting.

Member Meeting

If you’re invited to present to the full group, you’ll have another 10 minutes to present your pitch, followed by Q & A from members.

Due Diligence Process

If your presentation generates sufficient interest during the member meeting, a member will be assigned to lead the due diligence process to analyze the investment opportunity, including any potential concerns that might influence final investment decisions. All subsequent due diligence meeting will be coordinated by our Arch Angel Administrative Team.

Term Sheet Negotiation & Investment

Once members have identified the amounts they plan to invest in the opportunity, the interested members as a team will finalize the term sheet with you.

If you’re interested in being reviewed for an opportunity to present to our members for funding consideration, please contact Brian Kinman at bkinman902@gmail.com.