World's Largest List of Angel Investors Announced, Includes Top 1,000 Angels Adding the Most Value to the Startup Economy

London, UK / ACCESSWIRE / June 11, 2024 / Oskar Hartmann, Founders Forum Group and the Accumulator Angel Fund have unveiled the 2024 Arete Index, marking the world's most exhaustive list of global angel investors. Announced at the Founders Angels Forum in London, the index ranks the top 1,000 business angels based on the value they add to the startup economy.

Angel investors are pivotal, providing crucial initial capital to startups when risks are high and traditional investors are hesitant. Despite their significant contributions, their role often remains underappreciated. In 2023, U.S. angel investors funded over 19,000 startups with a total investment of $30 billion.

Oskar Hartmann, co-creator of the Arete Index, highlights the importance of connecting entrepreneurs with the right investors. Brent Hoberman of Founders Forum Group echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the index's role in spotlighting essential business angels and providing valuable insights to founders.

The Arete Index evaluates numerous factors, including the number and success of investments, mentorship, and network support provided by the investors. The initiative aims to enhance the impact of angel investors on the global startup landscape.