Pre-registration form for Participants
Angel Academy
Axel is organising an Angel Academy - a hands-on workshop for people who want to become angel investors, or are already making early-stage investments and want to learn more.

The Academy will be led by key players from Georgia, EU, UK - including active angel investors, business angel network (BAN) managers, and successful startup founders. We’ll walk you through real startup cases and actual deal stories, sharing the knowledge, tools, and mindset you need to make smart investment decisions.

And of course, our main value proposition has always been this:
 You’ll connect with others, learn from their experiences, and expand your network. Most importantly, by the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to make your first investment in a tech startup alongside other Georgian angel investors within one syndicate.

The best time to start investing in the future is now - and it begins with knowledge, community, and the courage to take the first step
We’re launching three different formats of Angel Academy to suit different preferences and schedules:
  • Online
    About one month long, for those who prefer remote and flexible learning.
  • On-site in Georgia
    In-person sessions, combined with some online meetings with investors from around the world.
  • Intensive Edition
    A fast-track format for those who want to move quicker.
Topics we will cover during the first batch:
  • Angel Investing Essentials
    Ecosystem Overview,
    Angel Investing vs. Funds,
    Deal Flow Process,
    Funding Stages,
    Roles of Angels.
  • What Investors Look For & Founders Perspective
    Assessing Startups,
    Investor - Startup Relationship,
    Product Market Fit and Market Size,
    Founders Motivation.
  • Due Diligence & Risk Management
    Legal Compliance Review,
    Financial Health,
    Product & Tech Assessment,
    Team & Product Risk,
    Due Diligence Checklist.
  • Investment Instruments and Deal Terms
    Get familiar with deal structures, funding rounds, valuation methods, and legal frameworks.
  • Valuation Metrics & Financial Terms

    Valuation Methods,
    Key Financial Metrics,
    Exit Strategy,
    Ownership & Dilution

  • Structuring Deals & Modern Investment Tools
    Equity & Convertible Notes,
    Axel Typical Deal Structure,
    Dilution Calculation Per Round,
    Tax & Legal Considerations.
  • Portfolio Strategy, Exits & Post-Investment Support
    Diversification Strategy,
    Exit Strategies,
    What's Next by VCs,
    Supporting Startups Case by Case.
  • Trends and Opportunities

    Explore high-growth sectors, emerging technologies, and where early-stage capital is heading.
Meet Some of Our Speakers
Participants will get the chance to hear insightful discussions and real-life cases from speakers with experience in hundreds of successful deals and investments, including:
  • Robin Butler
    Partner at Sturgeon Capital
    Due Diligence & Risk Management

  • Nina Dremelj
    President of Business Angels Slovenia
    Diversification Strategy & Due Diligence Checklist


  • George Shamugia
    Founder at HY10
    Product & Tech Assessment, Team & Product Risk, Founders' Motivation
  • Iro Tsagareishvili
    Director at Axel
    Ecosystem Overview, Deal flow Process, Funding Stages, Axel Typical Deal Structure
  • Giorgi Chikviladze
    Early-Stage Financing Specialist
    Equity & Convertible Notes, Dilution Calculations, Key Financial Metrics, Exit Strategies
  • Nicolas Rouhana
    Board of Director Member at Investors of the Mediterranean
    Supporting Startups Case by Case


  • Ketevan Khuntsaria

    Investment Board Member at Axel

    Assessing Startups, Investor-Startup Relationship, Product Market Fit & Market Size

  • George Simongulashvili
    Partner at GEC Business Growth Services
    Angel Investing vs. Other Funds, Role of Angel Investing, Ownership & Dilution, Supporting Startups Case by Case
  • Levan Kiladze

    Founder of Lemondo

    Founders' Motivation


  • Giorgi Samkharadze

    Angel Investor at Axel

    Tax & Legal Considerations



  • Davit Tsitskishvili
    Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, Mentor
    Supporting Startups Case by Case


  • Irakli Chikava
    Co-Founder at TelAgri
    Founders' Motivation



The list of speakers is being updated, and the full list will be published soon.
This is a priority pre-registration form for the very first cohort of Angel Academy.

By signing up, you’ll join the waitlist - and we’ll reach out to each of you personally to better understand your expectations and tailor the experience around your needs.

If you’d like to be part of a more hands-on and customized learning group, this is your chance to step in early.

We’re excited to build this journey together - starting with you!
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