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Here I am highlighting Leslee Cohen, Managing Partner. Leslee is a true Champion of Women and her mission aligns perfectly with The ProAge Influencer Alliance.

Here’s Leslee’s very informative article on Angel Investing:

What if I offered you the opportunity to make as significant an impact on the world as you do in your charitable endeavors AND potentially receive a return on your investment?  That opportunity actually exists--all you have to do is invest in female founded startups.  

As a “startup lawyer” for 14 years, I’ve experienced the ups, downs and in-betweens of the early stage company world.  What has not budged are the abysmal statistics relating to the venture capital dollars invested in startups with all women teams.  As recently reported by TechCrunch, that number was less than 2% of all venture capital invested in U.S. startups in 2023!!!!!

Even more astounding is that businesses founded by women provide a better return on investment than those founded by men.  According to Forbes, when private tech companies are run by women, they render a 35% higher return on investment than those run by men. 

Given the many women led startup companies I have helped through their own difficult fundraising journeys, I have become part of a movement to educate people about the incredible opportunities made available by these circumstances.

Here is a layperson’s explanation of what is commonly referred to as “angel investing” to help you better understand the process:  New businesses typically cannot get a bank loan because they don’t have the assets required to secure it.  Owners often max out their credit cards putting the very basics in place and soon realize that they cannot get very far without selling some ownership in their companies. The lucky few will have friends or family to lend them money or purchase some ownership.  If not, they'll seek what is commonly called “angel investors” who invest at the very early and most risky time in a company’s lifecycle. 

There are angel groups and funds worldwide as well as high net worth individuals who invest in startup companies.  Many of the angel groups only require investments of $1,000 at a time—not a huge sum.  These groups have networks of experts in finance, marketing and industry specifics.  They spend hours conducting “due diligence,” studying each prospective company’s pitch, team, financial projections and more, before deciding to recommend that their groups invest in a startup. This way, if you join one of these groups, you don’t have to worry about making the right choice in which companies to invest in.  In addition, you get the benefit of owning pieces of several different businesses with one dollar amount invested by you.  

To answer my initial question, each of you has the opportunity to invest in a female founded startup and thereby launch a whole new company that may do incredible things.  Right now I know of female founders raising money to produce an at-home UTI test, create smoothies for nursing moms with colicky babies, and enabling payment of one membership fee to belong to multiple fitness clubs. If any business you invest in makes money, or is sold in the future, you have helped to support its products and create jobs and….bonus…you may make a nice return on your investment as well!  

The ProAge Woman is introducing our newest venture: The ProAge Influencer Alliance

Calling all ProAge Women:

Are you a woman 50+ looking to elevate your entrepreneurial influence, impact, and income? In the crowded world of social media, it can feel isolating trying to stand out and thrive. But what if you had a mission-based community of like-minded women on the same journey, each supporting, collaborating, and amplifying your voice.

Join The ProAge Influencer Alliance; an exclusive network designed to help you turn your passion project into a thriving business. We’re a growing ecosystem of collaboration, connection, and hands-on expertise.

Membership Benefits

• Network Directory: Discover and form powerful alliances with fellow members.

• Curated Collaboration Partnerships: Engage in collaborative projects, including joint social media campaigns, to broaden your reach and amplify each other’s messages.

• Internal Commission-Based Affiliate Program: Participate in a mutually beneficial program to promote each other’s services, offering commission-based incentives.

• Alliance Referral Program: Earn rewards by referring new members to the community.

• Group Coaching: Join a monthly group coaching call with our 7-figure creator growth and monetization expert.

• Accountability Sessions: Participate in weekly accountability Zooms led by Meri to track progress and set goals.

• Private Online Mastermind Group: Share insights and strategies in our exclusive discussion group.

• Resource Library: Access a library of how-to videos, coaching recordings, and valuable content designed to boost your success.

• Masterclasses: Attend and promote masterclasses hosted by the community and industry experts.

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