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In this episode of TCA Crossroads, hosts David Friedman and Dave Berkus sit down with Joann MacMaster, co-chair of the Angel Syndication Network (ASN), to explore the mission, structure, and impact of ASN, a key initiative under the Angel Capital Association (ACA). Joann explains how ASN facilitates collaboration among angel groups to syndicate deals, allowing companies to access more capital and investors to gain exposure to promising startups beyond their local networks. With monthly meetings like the flagship ASN Screening (for companies with a lead investor and diligence complete) and the newer “Trending Thursdays” (for companies that passed screening in one of the angel groups), ASN has streamlined how angel groups collaborate, share diligence, and co-invest in rounds that might otherwise be too large for a single group to fill. Joann emphasizes that ASN is not a vetting body but a facilitator that helps deal leads present curated opportunities to a national audience of angel investors, family offices, and even VCs.

A key takeaway from the discussion is the growing importance of syndication in today’s investment environment, where check sizes from individual groups are shrinking while startup capital needs are growing. Joann notes that more than 70 companies have received funding through ASN, illustrating how the platform saves time, broadens investor access, and fosters long-term relationships. She also touches on the value of peer learning through ASN and how AI tools are influencing due diligence practices. Looking forward, Joann envisions streamlining processes, improving data tracking, and aligning more closely with ACA’s broader syndication strategies. For founders, the path to ASN begins with a nominating angel group, while investors can simply join ACA and begin participating in syndication calls.

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