LINC Scotland

LINC Scotland is the national association for business angels in Scotland. It has recently moved to the operating name Angel Capital Scotland, while keeping the same core purpose. It links early-stage companies with people who invest in them.

What LINC Scotland offers

• Member directory: a listing of angel syndicates, private offices and other investment organisations active in the network.
• Introductions: brings companies seeking equity finance together with potential investors.
• Peer support: lets business angels share practice and learn from one another.
• Sector collaboration: supports joint working and development across syndicates, individual investors and industry partners.
• Regional meetings: members and companies can request a meeting with the senior manager for their area.

Who it serves

Business angels, angel syndicates and private investment offices in Scotland, plus early-stage companies looking for equity investment. It also works closely with firms that have specialist experience in early-stage equity and entrepreneurial finance.

Key facts

• Type: national angel investor association
• Region: Scotland
• Current brand: Angel Capital Scotland
• Supporters: Scottish Enterprise and the European Regional Development Fund are named on its site