Triangle Angel Partners

Triangle Angel Partners, operating as RTP Angel Fund, LLC, is an angel investment fund providing early-stage capital. It targets pre-seed, seed, and Series A rounds, with a flexible, member-expertise-driven sector focus. Investments concentrate within North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park and the broader Southeast region.

Founded in 2011 by Mark Friedman, Elaine Bolle, Jan Davis, Merrill Mason, Mary Musacchia, and Ashish Sagrolikar, this group of experienced professionals recognized a critical need for structured angel investment. Their insight aimed to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem by connecting promising ventures with vital early-stage funding and strategic support.

The fund actively backs early-stage companies seeking financial resources and experienced mentorship for growth. Triangle Angel Partners nurtures high-potential startups by linking them with investors who provide essential guidance and connections. The organization commits to fostering innovation and economic growth across North Carolina and the Southeast.