Hellenic Business Angels Network

Hellenic Business Angels Network emerged as a vital response to a critical funding gap in Greece's entrepreneurial landscape, where early-stage startups often struggle to secure necessary capital and mentorship. Formally incorporated in 2015 after initial activities began in 2012, HeBAN addresses the notable absence of established angel investing frameworks in Greece compared to other global markets. The organization serves as a national, non-profit platform designed to connect key stakeholders within the Greek startup ecosystem and develop a sustainable network of Business Angels and early-stage investors throughout the country.

Rather than directly funding startups, HeBAN focuses on creating the infrastructure and community necessary for effective angel investing to flourish in Greece. The organization actively supports the formation and collaboration of local Business Angel groups, clubs, and regional networks across the Hellenic region. By motivating potential investors and connecting active angels with promising ventures, HeBAN works to establish a functioning ecosystem that can effectively channel private capital to innovative Greek startups at their most vulnerable early stages, when traditional financing options are typically unavailable.

The comprehensive service portfolio offered by HeBAN includes specialized education and training programs for private investors, advocacy for favorable investment policies, facilitation of high-quality deal flow, and dissemination of cutting-edge research and best practices in angel investing. For Greek entrepreneurs and startup facilitators such as incubators and accelerators, HeBAN functions as a centralized access point in their search for private investment capital, helping bridge the gap between innovative ideas and the financial resources needed to bring them to market.

HeBAN maintains strong international connections that position Greek startups within the global investment community. As the official Greek National Member of EBAN (European Trade Association for Business Angels, Seed Funds, and other Early Stage Market Players), HeBAN provides Greek entrepreneurs and investors with valuable connections to European resources and networks. Additionally, serving as the National Lead for Greece within GBAN (Global Business Angels Network), the organization ensures that promising Greek ventures gain visibility on the world stage, while also bringing international investment standards and practices to the developing Greek angel investment ecosystem.