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Growing Opportunities.About Athens Ohio Investment Alliance
The Athens Ohio Investment Alliance, LLC, is a private investment fund dedicated to fostering high-growth potential businesses.
Our mission is threefold:
- To support the development of sustainable profitable businesses capable of providing a return to member investors,
- To serve as a catalyst to connect resources across the region to build successful businesses, and
- To enhance wealth creation of the people employed by those companies that receive investment from AOIA.
For Entrepreneurs Seeking Investment
We provide equity and equity-like financing to early- and mid-stage companies with high growth potential. Our investments span a diverse range of industries, including technology, SAAS, healthcare, renewable energy, and “Main Street” businesses. We also consider non-traditional investing opportunities that align with our investment principles.
AOIA can invest in businesses anywhere. We prioritize companies originating in Southeast Ohio or conducting substantial business in Appalachia.
For Investors Seeking Opportunity
Our collaborative approach encourages members to actively identify, evaluate, and invest in promising businesses. The fund contracts with the Appalachian Investors Alliance for administrative and investment support services. Our executive committee, with support from the AIA, carries out the day-to-day operations of the fund.
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ENTREPRENEURS
If you are an entrepreneur who would like to learn more about the Athens Ohio Investment Alliance and be considered for investment funding, please take the first step by submitting a completed application.
News
Angel Investment Group Launched in Southeast Ohio
Athens, Ohio (April 20, 2023) - The Athens Ohio Investment Alliance (www.athensohioinvestmentalliance.com) is pleased to announce its formation as a new angel investing group focused on supporting and promoting high-growth potential businesses in Athens and the surrounding region....