Angel investors in Nevada are individuals who invest their own money in early-stage companies, often through angel groups and networks in cities such as Las Vegas, Henderson and Reno. Most private raises are made with accredited investors under federal Regulation D exemptions, with state notice filings where required. PitchStreet currently lists 6 member profiles based in Nevada: 2 investors and 4 ventures seeking funding.
Nevada is best known for tourism and entertainment in Las Vegas, while the Reno area has attracted battery manufacturing, data centres and logistics.
Investors in Nevada most often back companies in tourism and hospitality, gaming and entertainment and mining. The profiles below are from members who list Nevada as their location.
Nevada at a glance
- Major business centres: Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno and Carson City
- Key industries: tourism and hospitality, gaming and entertainment, mining, logistics and data centres and battery and clean energy manufacturing
- Universities and research institutions: University of Nevada, Las Vegas and University of Nevada, Reno
- Neighbouring states: California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah and Arizona
How to raise money in Nevada
Start with the people closest to your market: angel groups and pitch events in Las Vegas and Henderson, university and research networks such as University of Nevada, Las Vegas, accelerators, and founders who have already raised in Nevada. Investors on PitchStreet list how much capital they have available, so you can shortlist before you reach out.
Most U.S. startups raise from accredited investors under Regulation D. For individuals that generally means income above $200,000 a year ($300,000 with a spouse or partner) or a net worth above $1 million excluding their home. Nevada may also require a notice filing for your offering, and some states offer tax credits for investing in qualified small businesses. Ask a securities lawyer which rules apply to your raise.
What investors in Nevada look for
Beyond a strong team and early traction, investors tend to know their own region's leading industries best. In Nevada that means tourism and hospitality, gaming and entertainment and mining. If your company fits one of them, say so, and point to local customers, partners or talent that give you an advantage.
