CIO Angel Network

CIO Angel Network (CAN) operates as an angel investment platform connecting early-stage technology companies with experienced investors. The network facilitates fundraising support and customer discovery for nascent ventures, leveraging its member base of seasoned technology professionals from large Indian enterprises. It focuses specifically on technology and technology-enabled deals, aiming to provide strategic advantages beyond just capital.

The organization was founded in 2015 by Anoop Mathur, driven by the insight that burgeoning startups benefit significantly from access to high-quality angel investors possessing deep domain expertise. Mathur established CAN to bridge this gap, creating a structured environment where technology professionals could contribute their acumen and capital to foster innovation within the Indian startup ecosystem, initially establishing chapters in Mumbai and Delhi.

CAN serves both technology startups seeking crucial early-stage funding and experienced technology executives looking to invest and mentor. The network’s overarching mission is to accelerate seed-stage startups by providing a specialized growth impetus that encompasses both financial backing and strategic guidance. Its vision is to continually nurture the next generation of technology companies across India, fostering their development through informed investment and expert mentorship.