Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

For Companies
What is an angel group?  
What is FAU Tech Runway Investor Network?  
What are the advantages of angel groups?  
What are the requirements to receive an investment from the FAU-TRIN?  
Do FAU-TRIN members provide support other than being shareholders in portfolio companies?  
What is the process for companies seeking investment?  
Who is performing the diligence on the opportunities?  
What should I do to prepare for the FAU-TRIN meeting/presentation?  
How long should my presentation be?  
Where will I be presenting?  
If members cannot attend a FAU-TRIN meeting, how do they learn about an opportunity?  
Does FAU-TRIN sign non-disclosure or confidentiality agreements with companies it is considering for investment?  
Can entrepreneurs and companies see a list of members in FAU-TRIN?  
What kinds of deals are the members likely to see in a year’s time?  

Members
What are the membership requirements for the FAU Tech Runway Investor Network (FAU-TRIN)?  
Are there minimum annual investment amounts or annual membership fees?  
What analysis or advice does the operating team provide to members considering a particular investment?  
What are the responsibilities of FAU-TRIN members?  
Is there any management or investment fee?  
Are members committing capital to a fund? Is there a requirement that members invest in opportunities that other members have decided to invest in?  
How does the FAU-TRIN source and screen potential investment opportunities?  
Does FAU-TRIN have bias towards a particular industry?  
What are the requirements to receive an investment from FAU-TRIN?  
What are the membership benefits?  
Can members bring a prospective member to a meeting?  
If a member cannot attend a FAU-TRIN meeting, how does he/she learn about an opportunity?  
How many investment opportunities will FAU-TRIN members see per year?  
Is it possible for companies to see the list of members in the FAU-TRIN network?  
How does the FAU-TRIN investment process work?  
How are FAU-TRIN staff compensated?  
Will the company or FAU-TRIN keep members up to date on the company’s progress?  
What if a member wants to make a suggestion about how FAU-TRIN can improve?