OION Angel Network

Join an investment network that’s shaping the future

A diverse network of over 700 investors

Our business angel network, Oxford Investment Opportunity Network (OION), offers investors access to high quality, pre-screened investment opportunities in EIS or SEIS eligible companies that offer the potential of high growth and reward.

Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to angel investing, our OION angel network provides you with the chance to invest in some of the most innovative early-stage businesses, both from the Oxford Cluster and across the UK.

From deep tech and AI to life sciences and clean tech, our investment community have invested time and capital into companies developing pioneering technologies and solutions that are helping to shape tomorrow.

Why join the OION angel network?

Our business angel network is one of the oldest and largest angel investment networks in the UK – and was recently recognised as the most active UK network (Beauhurst 2023). As a member of our network, you’ll benefit from:

high calibre, pre-screened investment opportunities
invitations to regular in-person and online investment meetings
networking and sharing knowledge with over 700 business angels
co-investment alongside a diverse investor base
support during the investment process
access to our online investor portal, where you can view current investment opportunities and manage your portfolio

detailed summaries of investments
help to select an appropriate professional to assist with the funding process and business development issues
access to our contacts within research and higher education institutions, where specialist technology advice is sought.
our established links with professional services providers (e.g. accountants, solicitors, banks).

What are the benefits of angel investing?

Equity stake
Direct investment
Management involvement in growing businesses
Potential high rewards
Tax breaks
Mentor the business leaders of tomorrow.

What is our approach?

We have been successfully connecting investors with companies for over 30 years. We screen hundreds of business proposals and carefully select high-quality investment opportunities to present to our network.

Our selection criteria for proposals includes:

high growth potential with a scalable business model
a credible and committed management team/founders
clear market for product/service with a sustainable competitive advantage
barrier to entry/niche in market
knowledge of market
seeking between £100,000 – £2,000,000
a well-thought-out growth strategy with potential for exit.

How to join OION as an investor member?

We welcome enquiries from experienced investors and those exploring angel investing for the first time.

If you wish to join the OION angel network as an investor member, please register your interest via our online Investor Registration There is currently no fee for investor membership.
Your application will be reviewed and, if successful, you will receive invitations to our Showcase events and a personal login to access our online investor member portal.
If you wish to confidentially speak to one of our team in the first instance, please contact us to arrange a time to chat.
The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 requires investors to be self-certified as Sophisticated Investors or High Net Worth Individuals. You can find our Guide for Investors and certification statements in our Resources section below.

Alternatively, if you’re only interested in investing in the Oxford Innovation EIS Growth Fund, you’ll find more information on next steps on our Fund page.

What is our approach?

Our selection criteria for proposals includes:

high growth potential with a scalable business model
a credible and committed management team/founders
clear market for product/service with a sustainable competitive advantage
barrier to entry/niche in market
knowledge of market
seeking between £100,000 – £2,000,000
a well-thought-out growth strategy with potential for exit.

How to join OION as an investor member?

We welcome enquiries from experienced investors and those exploring angel investing for the first time.

Step 1. Complete our online Investor Registration form.

Step 2. Your application will be reviewed and one of our team will contact you to arrange a time to speak over the phone to understand your investment interests.

Step 3. Once your membership is approved you will receive invitations to our Showcase events and a personal login to access our online investor member portal.

Please note: The Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 requires investors to be self-certified as Sophisticated Investors or High Net Worth Individuals. You can find our Guide for Investors and certification statements in our Resources section below.

Current investment opportunities

All the latest investment opportunities available through our OION angel network can be viewed in our investor portal. Login now or apply to join OION.

Resources

Below you’ll find some useful templates, guides and insights:

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Risk Warning: Investments offered by Oxford Investment Opportunity Network Limited (trading as Oxford Innovation Finance) place your capital at risk and could result in the total loss of capital invested. Oxford Innovation Finance does not provide investment, tax or legal advice and recommends that you seek professional advice if you are considering investing. The investments offered are in unquoted shares in small companies. The value of these shares can be volatile, and the shares are often difficult to sell. The tax reliefs associated with the investments depend on the individual circumstances of each investor and may be subject to change. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Any forecasts and performance targets provided cannot accurately predict how investments will perform.