Chippewa Valley Angel Investors Network

The Chippewa Valley Angel Investors Network (CVAIN) is a collective of approximately 24 individuals from the Chippewa Valley and western Wisconsin. Established in 2003, the network focuses on offering private equity financing to early-stage and startup ventures within the greater Chippewa Valley area. Meetings are held monthly to review presentations from pre-screened companies seeking investment.

CVAIN primarily invests in sectors such as technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and innovation management. The network's geographical focus includes the Chippewa Valley, western Wisconsin, and extends to the Twin Cities and Madison/Milwaukee metropolitan areas. Investments are typically in the seed and early stages, aligning with the network's strategy to support emerging businesses in their growth phases.

The network operates as a syndicate, allowing individual investors to participate in a diversified portfolio of ventures. This structure enables members to invest smaller amounts across multiple opportunities, thereby mitigating risk. While CVAIN does not publicly disclose specific investment sizes, it emphasizes a collaborative approach to funding, combining individual expertise to support portfolio companies effectively.