BLUEWATER ANGELS
ABOUT US
BlueWater Angels is a long-standing network of successful individuals and organizations from the Great Lakes Bay and mid-Michigan region, who are interested in investing private capital in promising start-up companies. In addition to the money that BWA members bring to any deal, equally important is the group’s vast business and technical expertise along with valuable industry connections that assist portfolio companies, accelerate growth, and increase the probability of success. While return on investment (ROI) is an important goal for BlueWater Angels, members also recognize the value of supporting the entrepreneurial community for the economic benefit of the mid-Michigan region and the state.
MEET THE DIRECTOR
Lee Richards
BlueWater Angels Director
Lee Richards is an experienced business executive who led a growing, international manufacturer through good times and bad. He is seen by subordinates, colleagues and business partners as a capable, fair-minded, entrepreneurial leader. Lee has broad experience (both as executive as well as board director) in strategic planning, financial management, sales and marketing, product development, operations management, acquisition and divestiture. Lee has been an active investing member with BlueWater Angels since 2018, and was appointed Director in 2021, upon completion of the affiliation agreement with Michigan Capital Network.
MEETING INFORMATION
BlueWater Angels meets the second Wednesday of every month from 4:00 to 6:00pm at various locations in the Great Lakes Bay region to review deals for investment opportunities, attend educational workshops, and participate in networking sessions.
If you are interested in joining, we would be happy to invite you to one of our upcoming meetings. Please click below to fill out a member sign-up form.