"As an angel investor and a long-time fan of David S. Rose, I was delighted to hear he finally captured his wit and wisdom in the pages of a book. David is a born teacher--clear-minded, witty, and provocative, with amazing stories to illustrate every key idea and insight. Those gifts--as well as his unsurpassed knowledge of his field--are teaching me so much more about investing than I''ve learned over the years doing it! Read every page of Angel Investing ." -- Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Mogul, Shark Tank star, Angel Investor "From the secret economics of angel investing and the best methods for finding and picking tomorrow''s big winners to proven techniques for adding value to any business you invest in, Angel Investing provides readers with everything they need to know to get started in this fascinating, fun--and lucrative--business arena." -- David Bach, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Automatic Millionaire and Start Late Finish Rich , Angel Investor "This is the most comprehensive and readable guide to angel investing ever written. The chapter on valuation and expectations lays out a clear framework for understanding one of the least well-known pitfalls in the angel world. And its emphasis on creating a win-win relationship with the entrepreneur is at the heart of being a long-term successful angel--and continuing to see the best deal flow.
I recommend this book to anyone even thinking about making or receiving angel investments." -- Howard L. Morgan, Founding Partner, First Round Capital "The world of entrepreneurial startups is where the most exciting and creative action is happening in today''s business world, which is why I was a strong supporter of the JOBS Act of 2012. No wonder millions of people are wondering how they can get involved as investors. There''s no better place to start than by reading David S. Rose''s Angel Investing ." -- U.S.
Senator Charles E. Schumer, Senate Finance Committee "David S. Rose''s Angel Investing is the best book on early stage investing ever written. His method of step-by-step explanation is better than any I have read in 20+ years of professional angel investing. I will recommend this to every serious entrepreneur seeking investment as required reading before the effort." -- Dave Berkus, Chairman Emeritus, Tech Coast Angels and Author of Berkonomics "Only an angel who has backed over 90 start-ups could possess the mastery to provide such illumination into our craft. David''s candor and insights will attract more investors to this entertaining and lucrative activity so essential to economic growth." -- John Huston, Chair Emeritus, Angel Capital Association "David S.
Rose is one part iconic investor, one part eccentric entrepreneur, and one part stand-up comic. Angel Investing is required reading for anyone who is thinking about becoming an angel, or raising money from them. David answers all the questions that everyone is afraid to admit that they don''t really get.in simple, straightforward, and downright delightful prose. The result is an oxymoron: an entertaining textbook that is actually understandable and jam-packed with information you can really use." -- Patty Meagher, Founder, Stamford Innovation Center " Angel Investing is an engaging, easy read, full of real stories and hard numbers, actual cases and a whole lot of good advice. David S. Rose brings tons of real-world knowledge to the subject that makes this required reading for every new angel.
" -- Tim Berry, Author of Business Plan Pro , Entrepreneur, Angel Investor "Anyone with a checkbook can be an angel investor, but it takes insight to do it well. David S. Rose has written a terrific new book that will help would-be angels make money, rather than lose it. From explaining the value of diversification, to tips on evaluating deals, to offering up plans to attract good deals, Angel Investing will help you move from a money-losing amateur to a money-making professional angel. And if you''re an entrepreneur looking for angel money, you should read this book too. It will help you understand what knowledgeable angels are seeking and how they will evaluate you." -- Scott Shane, Author of Fool''s Gold? The Truth Behind Angel Investing in America "David S. Rose is one of the most insightful thinkers about the angel and venture investment markets.
It''s rare that an investment leader with so much experience and success takes the time to share (systematically!) his knowledge so openly. Whether you are new to angel investing or someone with lots of experience, you will learn a ton from reading this book." -- Marc Bodnick, Co-Founder, Elevation Partners "The future of financial markets will be based on the democratization of capital, as the funding of innovation is no longer limited to large institutions and venture capitalists. Angel Investing is the definitive guidebook for visionary investors seeking to profit from the startups of today that will become the superstars of tomorrow. David S. Rose is both a brilliant futurist and an engaging, accessible writer, and his book reveals the secrets behind investing at the leading edge of technologies and markets." -- Faith Popcorn, Futurist, CEO and Author of The Popcorn Report "What a delightful read! Not only is this book a must-read for angel investors, it is also a must-read for all early-stage founders." -- Jilliene Helman, Founder and CEO, Realty Mogul "Superb! Angel Investing by David S.
Rose is without a doubt one of the best books I have read on the subject of angel investing, venture capital and entrepreneurship. It is easy to read and completely captivating--David''s real-world experience is compelling. He shows first-hand how to take the casual sport of angel investing to a whole new level, and make a real business out of it. There is a world of difference between managing a single investment and managing a whole angel portfolio. This unique book addresses everything from the step-by-step process of due diligence, to negotiating win/win deals, to managing the most intangible--but most important--part of angel investing: your reputation. From every perspective, this is THE book that every prospective angel should read before writing their first check." -- David Freschman, Managing Principal, Innovation Ventures, CEO, Early Stage East, Founding Member, ARC Angel Fund "As David S. Rose points out, angel investing can be ''as much as it is possible to have with your clothes on.
'' But it isn''t for the faint of heart. Rose''s terrific book provides a sweeping guide for anyone interested in mastering the art of funding startups." -- Jeffrey Bussgang, Author of Mastering the VC Game "David S. Rose has distilled his vast knowledge into an easy to read yet comprehensive guide to angel investing. It is a must read for all angel investors as well as for entrepreneurs seeking angel financing." -- Jeffrey Seltzer, Managing Partner, Pierce Yates Ventures, Former Deputy Chairman, CIBC World Markets, Angel Investor "Whether you are an angel investor or an impact investor, this riot of information and story will elevate your game. David takes us on a sometimes scary--but often hilarious--romp through the ins and outs of angel investing. Read it with caution as this book is addictive!" -- Lisa Kleissner, Co-founder, Toniic and Co-founder, Social-Impact International; President, KL Felicitas Foundation "Angel investing is a new global asset class, with cross-border investments in early-stage companies fueling worldwide innovation.
David S. Rose''s Angel Investing should be mandatory reading for every current and prospective business angel. It brings into one readable volume everything you need to know to join the startup revolution and clearly takes its place as the new standard textbook for our industry. I always recommend David''s classic TEDtalk on ''How to Pitch a VC'' to every entrepreneur. Now I will recommend this book to all existing and potential angel investors!" -- Paulo Andrez, President, EBAN, the European Business Angel and Early-Stage Investors Network "Lots of books explain fundamental theories of investing. David S. Rose''s Angel Investing does too--but he also describes the on-the-ground reality of its frustrations and exhilarations, and he does it with candor, intelligence and flair. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in this rapidly growing asset class.
" -- Joan Finsilver, Former Managing Director, Brean Murray & Co., Angel Investor "I only wish I had a translated edition of David''s observations when training overseas angels about the art of Mentor Capital. David tells it like it is, shares real life stories, and packages the entire process in one book--I will encourage all my emerging angels to read it before writing their first check!" -- John May, Chair Emeritus, Angel Capital Association and author, Every Business Needs an Angel "David S. Rose explains the mysteries of angel investing in a clearly written comprehensive guide full of great insights and stories. He''s packed this book with everything you could possibly want to know about angel investing, gathered from his years of hands-on experience and research as one of the most active angel investors and angel evangelists in the country. I can attest this book is what David has been practicing and preaching since I met him in 2002." -- Thomas Blum, Partner, GC Andersen Partners, Angel Investor " Angel Investing by David S. Rose is a how-to-inv.