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"I have used The Angel Investment Network on 3 occasions now and have been amazed at the response I have received from investors willing to fund my projects. Within 72 hours of posting my projects (which takes about 20 minutes) I have received over 10 approaches from investors on each occasion and have had offers of funding on all 3 of my projects. This is honestly one of the best value services I have ever used in business and takes all the pain out of searching for investment."
Mike Giles - www.meetthegiants.com


Angel Investment Network Job Position and Personal Assistant Scam – Fake emails and posts online

Warning. Recently there have been several job postings on Craigslist for a Personal Assistant position by someone who claims to work for Angel Investment Network. We would like to point out this person has nothing to do with our company and would obviously advise you not to respond to these listings. If you need further information, there are several discussions on www.complaintsboard.com on this subject.

If you have seen postings on CraigsList or several other online notice boards offering jobs with the Angel Investment Network, please let us know where you found these, and do not reply to them. These postings do not come from us, and we are looking at these matters to see if we can stop this from happening in the future, as this is obviously copyright infringement, which also tries to put our brand name at risk.

Please report any postings like this to us, and again, do NOT reply to these messages, as they are indeed a scam. We are not currently looking for any new employees at Angel Investment Network, but we do run a legit network of entrepreneurs and investors that look to connect with each other.

Most postings seem to originate on CraigsList and read like this, (though the name often changes):

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Hello,

Hope you're having a pleasant day

You contacted me applying for the position which I advertised on Craigslist. Do take time to go through this introductory mail and feel free to pass any questions on.

My profile briefly:

I'm Brian Peterson (Or one of several other random names), 52, and a father of 2 wonderful kids, a successful entrepreneur and investor, a member of the Angel Investment Network. I'm also a research journalist and I travel every now and then within and outside the US working on various independent projects, this is why I need someone who can help keep up to date with all of my activities especially when I'm away and amidst my busy schedule.

I have had a previous PA who has been very commendable in her activities and who has been part of my life for the past 6 months, she has since moved on with her personal life and it has affected me in a way. I found her previously on the craigslist website and I sincerely hope I will be able to find someone again who will be as efficient as she has been. Please note that you are being hired only on a personal level. All correspondences would be made and promptly reported to me personally. The position is part time and home-based meaning you can work most times from your home as long as you have a regular internet access. You are also hired on a trial basis for now until we are able to see how well we fit in, this however does not affect your weekly wage.

Most of your activities will be carried out locally and most official packages will be delivered via posts. You will be actively involved in my personal, business and financial life.

In summary, your activities as my assistant amongst other things will include;

* Acting as an alternative telephone correspondence; * Running personal errands, supervisions and monitoring; * Organizing and maintaining diaries, memos and making appointments; * Dealing with incoming email, faxes and post; * Carrying out background research and presenting findings; * A personal reminder for Schedules, programs, flights and keeping me up to date with them as they come up; * Arranging travel and accommodation * Carrying out specific projects and research; * Taking on some of the my responsibilities and working more closely with management and other staff related to me; * Making regular contacts and drop-offs on my behalf. * Handling and monitoring financial activities. * Processing and taking charge of weekly payments and purchases. * You will also be a part of my household and a helping hand to issues as they arise. * General clerical activities.

Basic wage is $550 a week.

Any extra personal expenses (transport, gas, etc) incurred by you while on an errand or otherwise will also be reimbursed by me at the end of each working week.

This position is very flexible and it is difficult judging the exact number of hours you will be doing, just bear it in mind that there will be busier weeks than others with a steady pay. Working with me is basically about instructions and following them, my only fear is that I may come at you impromptu sometimes, so I need someone who can be able to meet up with my irregular timings. There is also a very sensitive issue on trust, dedication and accountability which I believe will resolve itself as time goes on.

This is only an introductory e-mail, as time goes on we should be able to arrange a proper meeting to get things started officially. I'm currently in England now for a project, however, I do have a number of things you could help me with immediately, prior to my arrival.

Due to the excessive number of responses to my Ad, do provide the following details about yourself for my personal record update and to filter applicants;

Full Names Full Contact Address City State Zip Code Phone Number (H) Phone Number (M) Occupation (if any) Sex Marital status Age

I hope you can be available for me immediately before I arrive, it certainly can act as a stable foundation to our impending working relationship.

Hope to hear from you again.

Regards Brian Peterson (or one of several other aliases they seem to be using)

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Again, if this type of post looks familiar, please report it to us.


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United States > Ohio

$500 to $23,000

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I'm 29 years of age and live 25 minutes outside of Columbus, Ohio. My resume/portfolio is growing. I'm currently conducting research and development for a consultation firm and looking to start investing myself.

United States > Illinois

$10,000 to $500,000

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I am a highly motivated investor who brings a lot to the table. I have worked for the Chairman of one of the largest corporations in the world for the last 10 years. I have many connections that span a wide range of fields including news media, finance, manufacturing, packaging, etc. I can be a hands-on or off investor and am able to see the value in an idea. I graduated with a Bachelor's in Management, Marketing and Finance from Loyola University in 2001. In business I believe that there is always an angle to create success and I am a master at finding those angles. The two biggest mistakes an entrepreneur can make are assuming anything and not planning for every possible problem. It is not possible to plan for every problem but I am very good a catching potential problems before they arise. I do this by never assuming anything and creating very elegant strategies to minimize risk. I know what it takes to be successful and seek to invest in people who do as well.

United States > Ohio

$5,000 to $100,000

January 22, 2012

Small businessman with 30 years experience in packaging business looking for investment opportunities in small business.

United States > Indiana

$10,000 to $50,000

January 22, 2012

40 year old married with 3 children. A business professional with 20 years of experience in all facets of business, specifically in the manufacturing industry. Have a B.S. in Accounting with a substantial finance background. Significant experience in business process improvements, marketing, sales, inventory management, strategic decision-making. Would consider a management/consulting role in addition to capital investment.

United States > Minnesota

$10,000 to $250,000

January 21, 2012

Individual Investor with significant experience in Commercial Real Estate and private and public small business investing. Can be hands-on or silent investor. Certified Commercial Investment Member and MBA with interest in existing small businesses ready to grow to next level. Family lives in southern MN.

United States > Minnesota

$5,000 to $250,000

January 21, 2012

Individual investor with significant experience in commercial real estate and securities. MBA with some experience investing in small private businesses. Licensed real estate broker and Certified Commercial Investment Member. Able to be hands on or silent investor depending on the opportunity. Married with children in southern MN.

United States > California

$10,000 to $20,000

January 18, 2012

I'm located in CA, and looking to invest some capital to a company either looking to expand or is staring up with an outlook for much potential. I am an individual investor and will act as a silent partner.

Mongolia > Ulaanbaatar

$500,000 to $1,000,000

January 15, 2012

I am looking for investors on beekeeping

United States > Michigan

$10,000,000 to $500,000,000

January 11, 2012

I am a professional with considerable experience in the areas of Enterprise Software and Capitial Equipment. I work with a very well respected and privately held investment banking firm that has contractual and personal relationships with over 30 billion in privately held capital. Discretion and confidentiality are paramount in our approach.

United States > Missouri

$20,000 to $150,000

January 9, 2012

I'm a young, married physician looking to invest wisely in a company, or a website based business with good growth potential. I would like to have an advisory or silent role provided that management is sound and goals are to expand the business.

United States > Wisconsin

$500 to $20,000

January 9, 2012

I am a professional who has over ten years experience in OEM sales serving the mining industry. I have lived and worked in three different countries outside of the US, mostly in South America. I have always been told I have an entrepreneurial spirit and I am looking for an investment opportunity in products or services that make our world better. I am an individual investor and believe I would have a lot of insight to offer in an advisory role but will respect the desire of the entrepreneur for the right investment.

United States > Ohio

$10,000 to $100,000

December 24, 2011

I am 50 years old, married, and living in Ohio. I have 32 years of experience in the Telecommunications and IT industry starting with my training in the US Navy. I have 3 degrees; BA Business Management; BA Leadership; Master of Business Administration. I have over 25 years of business experience and for the right investment opportunity I am not only willing to invest funds but also advice when needed. I am an individual investor who is looking to make shrewd and calculated investments in opportunities that are being led by a properly prepared leadership team with a creative business mindset.

United States > Minnesota

$25,000 to $200,000

December 15, 2011

I am an investor looking to make investments in solid companies and ideas as a silent partner but offering access to contacts in my network of relationships.

United States > Michigan

$5,000 to $100,000

December 7, 2011

Proffessional investor that believes no idea can be scaled without resources so that a great idea does not die because a builder of ideas gives up due to lack of capital. Located in Michigan I am an individual investor that seeks growth companies. I have financed 5 start-ups and have had high involvement to no involvement in each endeavor. My experience in scaling companies is deep and understand failure points in new business's

United States > Idaho

$500 to $10,000

December 2, 2011

Business loving investor, willing to invest in any type of business as long as it's solid a has great potential.

United States > Kansas

$0 to $1,000,000

December 1, 2011

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United States > South Dakota

$25,000 to $400,000

November 29, 2011

Experienced business owner with desire to be advisory investor.

United States > North Dakota

$0 to $100,000

November 28, 2011

45 yo married professional with experience in private investing. DDS,MS in solo private practice for 15 years. BS in Microbiology, DDS and MS in Immunology. Have been involved in private investing in banking sector and service industry sector as well as running my specialty dental practice. Individual investor interested in equity involvement (silent or advisory capacity). Interested in a good idea in the hands of someone with a spirited entrepreneurial style.

United States > Indiana

$5,000 to $20,000

November 27, 2011

Physician, who has several non-medical business running in storage, car wash and real-estate, looking to diversify further.

United States > Washington

$5,000 to $30,000

November 23, 2011

I'm a business owner in Washington State that likes to invest in companies with a solid business plan that have a motivated management team with an eagerness to succeed. I have invested in a variety of companies that include media, publishing, entertainment, and electronic service businesses. I'm only interested in investing as a silent partner and prefer to negotiate an ownership percentage in the companies I invest in. I like companies that have unique products or services and have monthly cash flow potential through subscriptions or service accounts/contracts.



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