(Virtual) Breaking into Angel Investing with a16z Scout, Umesh Khanna
Breaking into Angel Investing with a16z Scout, Umesh Khanna
Learn how to go from operator to investor—without quitting your day job.
Most people think you need millions in the bank or a job at a VC firm to become an angel investor. That’s outdated. The truth? More operators than ever are writing early checks, getting into great deals, and becoming invaluable to the next wave of startups.
In this live session, I’m joined by Umesh Kumar, a16z scout, former Sequoia scout, and current product leader at Dropbox. We’ll talk about how he broke into angel investing—and how you can too.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Umesh's journey — from product to Sequoia to a16z scout
Why Angel Investing? — why now is the best time for operators to get started
Finding Your First Deal — sourcing, vetting, and what makes a good “first check” opportunity
How to Be a 100X Angel — how Umesh supports founders (why founders call him a “forward deployed angel”)
Building Deal Flow — how to get into better deals and build a reputation founders talk about
Scout Programs & Breaking into Venture — how they work, how to get invited, and what makes them different from angel investing
Whether you're an operator curious about angel investing, or already writing small checks and want to level up—this one's for you.
🖥️ The private webinar link will be sent out before the event
Disclaimer
This webinar is for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing discussed should be construed as financial, legal, or tax advice. We are not financial advisors, and no part of this session constitutes a recommendation to buy or sell any security or investment.
We will not be promoting or offering any specific financial products or securities. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not constitute investment advice or a solicitation for any investment opportunity.
Investing in startups is inherently risky and may result in the loss of your entire investment. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
This session does not create a client, advisor, or fiduciary relationship. Please consult your own financial, legal, and tax professionals before making any investment decisions.