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“Angel investing is a contact sport. It is not about investing in companies. It is all about investing in people and their families. I love it and wouldn’t think of doing anything else. God uses me every day in these activities as an angel investor.”
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For over 20 years, I’ve been an professional angel investor and entrepreneur. My mission is to help you take the next steps in business and life.
10 facts about Charlie
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Professional angel investor and co-founder of 12 startups.
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Invested in 23 startups in the last 23 years.
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Since 1992 focused on helping entrepreneurs start and build their company.
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Mentors 10 startup founders and advise many more on a daily basis.
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Offices at the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA.
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Founder and director of Angel Lounge in Atlanta.
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Had five exits which netted an 50% IRR (internal return rate).
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Continually thinks about helping entrepreneurs build the company of their dreams and great value for investors.
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A recovering alcoholic who, thanks to the recovery process, entered into a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
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Has a God given passion for entrepreneurs, to love and serve them.
I have 3 beliefs…
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There is a reason God puts each entrepreneur in my life. I need to discover the reason and help with next steps for the entrepreneur.
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Every day I must intercede in prayer, asking God to share his mercy, blessing and protection for every entrepreneur who shares their story with me.
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My investment and mentoring relationships tie my destiny to God’s destiny for the entrepreneur. It is always a wild ride.