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As a research institution what are the benefits of partnering with MA2?
I am not an investor or entrepreneur. Can I still contribute?
How can I attend a meeting?
I am not ready to submit a business plan, can you provide advice?
Would you syndicate with VC firms, other angel groups?
Are there any fees?
Do you have a fund?
I have submitted a business plan, when can I hear back from you?
How can I increase my chances of acquiring investment?
How many meetings do you have?
Do you sign Non Disclosure Agreement?
As a research institution what are the benefits of partnering with MA2?
One of the primary motivations of our group members is to commercialize new technologies. As a research partner, you will have special visibility to our successful entrepreneur base.
I am not an investor or entrepreneur. Can I still contribute?
We are always looking for experienced members on our advisory board. We need experts for due diligence advice.
How can I attend a meeting?
The meetings are limited to the members. On a case by case basis the executive board may permit guests.
I am not ready to submit a business plan, can you provide advice?
Please check the reference section for institutions which help in providing business plan related advice. As a group, it is not possible for us to provide business plan related advice. However, if you apply and your technology / plan gains screening committee interest, we'll assign someone to work with you to make you ready to present.
Would you syndicate with VC firms, other angel groups?
Yes, however the business plan should still meet our qualifying criteria. We will like to see your due diligence report in addition to conducting our own.
Are there any fees?
There are no override or management fees; all work is performed on a pro bono basis. MA2 is a volunteer driven group. We do not charge entrepreneurs to present, nor we compensate the executive board, committee members or advisors.
Do you have a fund?
MA2 members invest as individuals but collaborate on due diligence. If we are leading a deal, one member will take a board seat as a representative.
I have submitted a business plan, when can I hear back from you?
Our screening process can take anywhere between 4-8 weeks.
How can I increase my chances of acquiring investment?
Having a MA2 member as a champion for your startup, having management team with previous successful startup experience, well thought out business plan, ensuring IP protection, pre-clinical data on a case-by-case basis increase the chances of investment.
How many meetings do you have?
The group meets every two months at a research or life science facility. The committees meet at more frequent intervals. Members are expected to attend atleast half of the yearly meetings. Meetings are usually Tuesdays, from 7:30am to 10:30am and are sponsored.
Do you sign Non Disclosure Agreement?
We do not sign Non-Disclosure Agreement. Please note that the business plans will be accessed by the screening committees and other members within the group. Please do not include any confidential information at this stage. In case your company reaches the due-diligence stage, MA2 will discuss your IP protection on a case-by-case basis.
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