Frequently Asked Questions
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The AgeTech Investor Network is a platform that connects AgeTech startups with investors to drive innovation and improve the lives of older adults.
Startups and investors can join by signing up on our website and following the application process outlined in the “For Startups” and “For Investors” sections.
The AgeTech investor network is focused on the AgeTech industry which covers a wide range of solutions designed to make aging easier. These may include HealthTech, FinTech, Mobility, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Digital Health, Gaming, Education, Communication, Smart Home/Internet of Things (IoT), and Robotics. We have deep knowledge, connections and insight on the AgeTech industry. Our decades of knowledge and insight on the needs of older consumers helps us identify opportunities that balance the risk/reward ratio to help our portfolio companies grow and succeed.
AgeTech is a growing category of technology solutions designed to meet the needs of the world’s aging population. These include products, services, and experiences across industries that aim to make the process of aging easier, from HealthTech and mobility aids to artificial intelligence and robotics.
We’re focused on investing in AgeTech Collaborative from AARP portfolio companies who would benefit from the advice and connections of our investor members. The typical investment is in the range of $250K-$1M, but is subject to change as the AgeTech Investor Network grows, and would be part of a larger funding round.
The AgeTech Investor Network invests in companies that have a business presence in the United States and investments will be made in US dollars.
We do not charge fees for startups. We do charge investors an annual membership fee. Additionally, there are fees associated with each investment for management and carry.
No, this opportunity is currently available only for startups in the AgeTech Collaborative from AARP Ecosystem.
Per SEC guidelines, individuals (i.e., natural persons) may qualify as accredited investors based on wealth and income thresholds, as well as other measures of financial sophistication.
Financial Criteria
- Net worth over $1 million, excluding primary residence (individually or with spouse or partner)
- Income over $200,000 (individually) or $300,000 (with spouse or partner) in each of the prior two years, and reasonably expects the same for the current year
Professional Criteria
- Investment professionals in good standing holding the general securities representative license (Series 7), the investment adviser representative license (Series 65), or the private securities offerings representative license (Series 82)
- Directors, executive officers, or general partners (GP) of the company selling the securities (or of a GP of that company)
- Any “family client” of a “family office” that qualifies as an accredited investor
- For investments in a private fund, “knowledgeable employees” of the fund
More information can be found at SEC.gov
Startup applications to join the AgeTech Investor Network will be evaluated and selected by a committee led by AgeTech Capital in collaboration with other industry experts. All funding decisions will be made directly by participating accredited investors.