Nelson Angels
Angel networkNelson · Pre-Seed–Seed
Investment thesis
Nelson Angels Inc. is an angel investor group based in Nelson, New Zealand, that connects its investor members with entrepreneurs and innovators. The group aims to provide start-ups with the capital and guidance needed to give their ventures the best chance of success, with an emphasis on companies in the Tasman region. Many members contribute actively as mentors and board members, drawing on their business and investing experience, while others participate as more passive investors.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 5 portfolio companiesMedia & Entertainment ×1
HQs:New Zealand×1
Investments · 5 tracked
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Jason Wargent(Executive Officer)Steven Sibulkin(Executive Officer, Director)Mark Brown(Director)Mary Dimou(Director)John Bedbrook(Director)Kirsty Bellringer(Director)
Co-investorsAngel HQArc AngelsAzolla VenturesBooster Innovation FundIcehouse VenturesiSelect Fund+2 more
Co-investorsFundersClubNZ Growth Capital Partners
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Nelson Angels made?
- Nelson Angels has 5 tracked investments.
- What stage does Nelson Angels invest at?
- Nelson Angels invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Nelson Angels focus on?
- Nelson Angels focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Nelson Angels located?
- Nelson Angels is headquartered in Nelson, NZ.
- Who does Nelson Angels co-invest with?
- Nelson Angels most often shares deals with Azolla Ventures, FundersClub, Icehouse Ventures, among 9 tracked co-investors.
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