Testimonials
Our mission is to democratise angel investment. We want to help as many startup businesses as possible raise investment. So, it makes us very happy when successful entrepreneurs tell us that they’ve succeeded on the platform. Check out some examples from happy users below…perhaps yours could be next?
“Our expansion for Ilumen Lighting Ltd (based in Nakuru) required a specific type of strategic partner who understood the Kenyan energy market, so a traditional, broad capital raise wasn’t our primary goal. Through Meriton Angels, I found several qualified investors who truly want to scale with our company and grow with us as we light up the region.
I took the initiative to spend the extra dollar to be on the Feature list, and I made consistent use of the nudges to actively engage with potential investors. When we closed the deal, the investors specifically mentioned that my proactive engagement was the reason they reached out to me instead of other startups on the platform.
This platform worked exactly how it was designed. I like it so much that I will be using Meriton Angels Network to both invest in emerging Kenyan companies and to raise future capital for our next phases of growth. Thank you, Meriton Angels Network!”
Bernard Chesoni
CEO
Ilumen Lighting Ltd
“For Luganda Food Tech (based in Kisumu), our fundraising goal was focused on finding strategic partners to help us scale our cold chain logistics and reduce post-harvest losses in the region, not just a traditional capital raise. Through Meriton Angels, I connected with several qualified investors who understood the nuances of our food-tech model and wanted to grow with us.
I utilized the Feature option to increase our visibility and made sure to use the nudges to keep potential investors engaged. The investors I spoke with specifically mentioned that my proactive approach on the platform was a key reason they decided to reach out.
The platform worked exactly as designed, facilitating meaningful connections. I am so impressed that I will be using the Meriton Angels Network for future fundraising rounds as we continue to expand. Thank you, Meriton Angels Network!”
Rachel Akinyi
Managing Director
Luganda Food Tech
Zahra Maina | CEO, GreenCycle Solutions (Nairobi)
“Our fundraising for GreenCycle Solutions was focused on expanding our plastic-to-tile manufacturing plant in Nairobi, so we were looking for impact investors rather than just a quick cash injection. I found several qualified investors who are passionate about sustainability and want to scale with us. I made sure to spend the extra dollar to be on the Feature list and used nudges consistently to stay on people’s radar. My lead investor told me that my persistence via those nudges is what made them prioritize my pitch over others. This platform worked exactly how it was designed. I’ll definitely be using it to raise future capital and eventually to invest in other green startups. Thank you, Meriton Angels Network!”
Kibet Ronoh | Founder, AgriSmart Kenya (Eldoret)
“My fundraising for AgriSmart Kenya was very niche—focused on smart irrigation tech for Rift Valley farmers—so the standard VC approach wasn’t our goal. Through this platform, I connected with investors who have a deep background in AgTech and want to grow with us. I opted for the Feature placement and stayed active with nudges to keep the conversation moving. The investors mentioned that seeing my profile featured gave them the initial confidence to click. It worked exactly as designed. I’m so happy with the results that I plan to use Meriton Angels both to invest in local talent and for our Series A.
Wanjiku Kamau | CEO, FinEdge Accounting (Thika)
“Fundraising for FinEdge was about finding partners who understand the SME landscape in Thika, not just a blind capital raise. I found several qualified investors who are ready to scale our fintech platform across the county. I spent the extra dollar to be on the Feature and used a lot of nudges to engage. The feedback I got from investors was that my active presence on the platform made me stand out from the crowd. Meriton Angels worked exactly how it was designed. I like it so much that I will be using it to mentor and invest in other founders while raising our next round, thanks to Meriton Angels.
Otieno Juma | Director, Lakefront Logistics (Kisumu)
“Our fundraising for Lakefront Logistics was specific to cold-chain transport around Lake Victoria, so we needed investors with local logistical expertise. I found a group of qualified investors who want to scale this infrastructure with us. Being on the Feature list was a game-changer, and I made sure to use the nudges to follow up on every lead. The investors admitted that my ‘nudge’ was what reminded them to review my pitch deck during a busy week. This platform is built for results. I’ll be back to raise more capital and eventually to join the angel side myself. Thank you, Meriton Angels Network!”
Amina Hassan | Founder, Pwani Health (Mombasa)
“Fundraising for Pwani Health was on a project-by-project basis for our clinics in Mombasa, so the traditional equity model wasn’t our only focus. I found several investors who are committed to healthcare and want to grow with us. I chose to spend the extra dollar to be on the Feature and I was very intentional with my nudges. One of our lead angels said that seeing me in the featured section every time they logged in is what prompted them to start the conversation. The platform worked exactly how it was designed. I’ll definitely use it to invest in other healthcare startups in the future. Thank you, Meriton Angels Network!”