Chicago Booth Angels Network of Chicago & New York

Investment thesis

CBAN Chicago & New York focuses on strengthening the Chicago Booth brand and the University of Chicago community by providing investment opportunities and networking events for accredited investors who are alumni or affiliates of the University.

Focus narrative

CBAN Chicago & New York focuses on early-stage companies, offering investment opportunities primarily to accredited investors who are alumni or affiliates of the University of Chicago. The organization accepts applications from startups during designated cycles throughout the year, allowing entrepreneurs, regardless of their affiliation with the University, to pitch their ideas to potential investors.

Community overview

The Chicago Booth Angels Network of Chicago and New York (CBAN Chicago & New York) is a nonprofit organization founded by alumni of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. It operates as part of the global Chicago Booth Angels Network and began functioning as a unified entity in 2024. The organization aims to strengthen the Chicago Booth brand and the University of Chicago community by providing members with investment opportunities, collaborative deal discussions, and networking events. It connects successful alumni with promising startups, facilitating access to funding from University of Chicago-educated investors.

Community focus

CBAN Chicago & New York focuses on early-stage companies, offering investment opportunities primarily to accredited investors who are alumni or affiliates of the University of Chicago. The organization accepts applications from startups during designated cycles throughout the year, allowing entrepreneurs, regardless of their affiliation with the University, to pitch their ideas to potential investors.

Member value

Members gain access to investment opportunities, collaborative deal discussions, and networking events that connect them with promising startups and fellow alumni.