Angel Investing Course - London - Thursday 12th June 2025
Angel Investing Course - London - Thursday 12th June 2025
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Date: Thursday 12th June 2025
Time: 09:30 – 16:30 (GMT +1 / BST)
Location: Regents University, London, NW1 4NS
What You’ll Learn
✓ Introduction to Angel Investing – Understand the role of angel investors and start-up funding basics
✓ Deal Analysis & Due Diligence – Learn key frameworks to assess potential investments
✓ How to Find the Best Investment Opportunities – Gain access to deal flow networks and start-up sourcing strategies
✓ Legal & Risk Management – Get familiar with investment agreements, key terms, and risk diversification
✓ Post-Investment Support & Portfolio Building – Understand how to add value to start-ups and manage your portfolio for long-term success
✓ Live Case Studies – Work through real-world investment opportunities with expert guidance
✓ Join an Exclusive Community – Stay connected with hundreds of AVA graduates and receive ongoing investment insights
What’s Included in Your Enrolment?
In-Person Training – A full-day, immersive learning experience
Exclusive Course Materials – Access to investment frameworks and case studies
Lunch & Refreshments – Network over a working lunch and coffee breaks
Ongoing Support – Join an exclusive investor community for post-course insights
Certificate of Completion – Recognising your new skills and expertise
Meet Your Instructor
Rupa Popat
Founder & Managing Partner, Arāya Ventures
Teaches in:
London, Dubai, Riyadh
Investment Thesis:
Health, FinTech, Commerce and Future of Work
About Rupa
First and foremost, Rupa is a mother to a beautiful soul and embraces many roles in her daily life, including wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, sibling, and friend.
Rupa is the Founder & Managing Partner of Arāya Ventures, a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups transforming the way we live and work. Arāya Ventures focuses on health, fintech, commerce, and the future of work, with over 50% of its portfolio companies operating in the AI space.
The firm’s debut $25 million fund received a $7 million commitment from British Business Investments, a subsidiary of the British Business Bank—marking the first time the institution has backed a solo General Partner (GP).
Rupa is also a finalist for Angel Investor of the Year in both 2023 and 2024, and actively runs the fund to support bold, visionary entrepreneurs.
In addition, she leads the ĀVA Investment Academy, the fastest-growing angel investment academy globally. Founded on the principle that angel investing should be inclusive and accessible, ĀVA offers a comprehensive 9-module course covering topics such as deal assessment, portfolio construction, accessing quality opportunities, and hands-on case studies. The academy operates across the UK, Europe, Middle East, and North America.
With a strong background in investment banking and years of experience as an angel investor, Rupa is deeply passionate about empowering early-stage founders and delivering real-world, hands-on learning experiences in every course she teaches.
