During a hike, Jaclyn Johnson and Angeline Vuong realized the challenges people face in angel investing, leading them to create a startup idea that became
Cherub, a platform connecting angel investors with entrepreneurs.
Vuong’s experience at Opendoor and Johnson’s success with Create & Cultivate positioned them as founders with a unique perspective on investing.
Cherub, based in Los Angeles, uses a matching algorithm similar to dating apps to connect investors and entrepreneurs based on their preferences.
The platform allows for mutual interest indication, ensuring productive connections between investors and founders.
Cherub’s approach to angel investing has attracted new investors and generated successful funding rounds for startups listed on the platform.
Image Credits: Co-founders Jaclyn Johnson and Angeline Vuong / Cherub
Cherub operates on a membership model, offering different tiers for startups to showcase their companies and gain investor interest.
The platform also assists founders in finding accelerators and has partnerships with prominent incubators and venture firms.
Cherub’s focus on consumer goods companies sets it apart from other angel investing platforms, providing a diverse range of investment opportunities.
The platform’s success stories and events like founder-funder mixers have proven its effectiveness in facilitating connections and generating investments.
Testimonials from investors and founders highlight the personalized and social approach Cherub brings to the angel investing ecosystem.
With a strong backing from angel investors, Cherub continues to expand its presence in the startup funding landscape.
