BUSINESS ANGELS

At YAngel, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of angel investors with a mission to "Invest in Greatness." We provide comprehensive training, cutting-edge tools, and expert support to help investors navigate the startup world with confidence. Our goal is to create a scalable and innovative investment approach, offering aspiring angels the resources they need to succeed while fostering a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Founded on the belief that angel investing should be accessible, effective, and impactful, YAngel is committed to supporting all forms of angel investing by developing replicable processes that drive consistent growth and successful exits for both investors and startups. As a trusted source of knowledge, we aim to shape the future of angel investing by driving innovation and developing sustainable strategies.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, YAngel is here to guide you every step of the way. Through our global network, we offer unique opportunities for collaboration, investment, and success. Together, we are building a prosperous future for investors truly investing in greatness.

PURPOSE | VALUES | POSITION

At YAngel, our purpose is to equip and inspire the next generation of angel investors by providing the tools, knowledge, and guidance they need to make impactful investments and achieve successful exits.

We are committed to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, ensuring that we cultivate a transparent, inclusive, and results-driven environment that fosters growth for angel investors.

YAngel will empower investors with cutting-edge strategies and resources, helping shape the future of the investment landscape through sustainable and scalable methodologies.

Meet the Team

  • Rui Falcão

    CO-FOUNDER

    Rui is a passionate angel investor, co-founder of COREangels and REDangels, and a serial entrepreneur with both failures and successful exits. He holds a PhD in angel investing, has won several awards for entrepreneurship, and serves on the boards of multiple professional associations. Rui is also an amateur musician with a home band where he loves to host jam sessions with friends!

  • Pedro Bandeira

    CO-FOUNDER

    Pedro is the co-founder of COREangels and REDangels, and has founded 9 companies and 10 associations over the last 20 years. He has built and managed 10 angel groups with over 1000 investors and serves as Vice-President of Angels Investors Portugal. Pedro was once a nurse, loves smart homes, and even created an amateur theater group when he was 15!

  • Sarah Sommersguter

    DIRECTOR OF PROJECTS

    Sarah began her journey in the startup world through volunteering and later worked at the Austrian Angel Investors Association. With a background in music, she’s also led a dementia prevention project and continues to develop new business ideas.

  • Shewly Akter

    PROJECT MANAGER

    Shewly holds a Bachelor's in International Business Management and a Master's in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, becoming a public speaker at 17 and raising $250k for charity. She completed a full marathon at 15 and is currently working on publishing her autobiography, which she began in grade 10.

  • Sumi Sultana

    FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

    Sumi graduated with a Bachelor's in International Business Management in 2022 and previously ran a handmade jewelry business in Bangladesh and Dubai. She has worked as a teacher, tutor, and at Conforteam in Portugal, and is passionate about politics, entrepreneurship, and secretly enjoys singing.