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About Us
The Chicago Booth Angels Network of Chicago and New York (CBAN Chicago & New York ) is a nonprofit, affinity organization founded and run by alumni of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. The group is part of the global Chicago Booth Angels Network. The Chicago Booth Angels of Chicago and Chicago Booth Angels of New York began operating as one organization in 2024.
We promote and strengthen the Chicago Booth Brand and the University of Chicago community by presenting our members with high-value investment opportunities, the ability to discuss deals collaboratively, and peer networking that deepens their connections to each other and the school— all while giving entrepreneurs with great ideas access to a unique source of smart money from University of Chicago-educated investors. We’re helping to shape the future of start-ups in the US by making high-caliber connections, both virtual and in-person, between alumni who have enjoyed great success in their careers and promising young companies seeking to amplify their impact.
The dynamic culture of CBAN Chicago & New York appeals to individuals who embrace networking, collaboration, and intellectual growth . Rooted in core values of pride in our affiliations with the University of Chicago and Booth, transparency, fairness, respect, and prudent risk-taking, we cultivate meaningful connections that continually fortify our ever-growing, ever-evolving angel community.
Membership
Membership is open to all alumni and affiliates of the University of Chicago who are accredited investors. Whether you have been investing in early-stage companies for years or you want to find out more about how to get started (or even whether you should get started), we invite you to become a member.
As a benefit of your membership, you will receive access to prospective companies’ pitch decks and information prior to events, as well as member-only invitations to social, networking, and educational events throughout the year.
Startups
Entrepreneurs are always welcome to attend our pitch events. Startups that apply to us do not have to be affiliated with the University of Chicago. We accept applications during our open application cycles throughout the year in Winter, Spring, and Fall.
The application window for the Fall Pitch event is now closed. To submit your application for our next event, please visit GUST at this link at the time of opening and select the “Chicago Booth Angels Network of Chicago” to ensure your application is directed to the correct network. Selected startups will pitch to an audience of seasoned angel investors and University of Chicago alumni.
Due to the high volume of applications, we will only reach out to those selected for an interview. Startups DO NOT have to be affiliated with the University of Chicago to apply for consideration.
If you are a startup on our “Observe” list (you have already entered our process and have received a note that you are on our Observe list), and would like to submit an update related to any material change in your business, please do so via your original Startup GUST application. Please note that we’ll consider only one relevant “material” update to your business after the initial application.c
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If you’re interested in staying updated on upcoming events, please follow us on Linked-in @Chicago Booth Angels Network of Chicago & New York for the most recent information.
Upcoming Events
October 20, 2026 5:00 pm PT: The Evolving Role of Angel Investors in the Innovation Ecosystem in the Age of AI
November 2nd, 2026 at 5:30 pm ET: New York Members Happy Hour
November 10th, 2026 at 6:00 pm: Investing in Early-Stage Medical Technology Companies
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