Overview
Wharton Alumni Angel Network of Boston (WAAN Boston) is the newest addition to Wharton Angels. Boston's vibrant startup ecosystem is fueling a new generation of startups spanning technology, financial services, education, energy, and healthcare industries, and creating significant opportunities for angel investors.
WAAN Boston provides a forum to connect and nurture relationships between alumni angels and entrepreneurs through pitch sessions from top-tier startups, education programs, and mentorship.
We provide alumni angels with opportunities to meet and evaluate presenting companies, network and collaborate with fellow investors, and increase their investment portfolios. For entrepreneurs, WAAN Boston helps them grow their companies and enhance their skills and knowledge.
Boston Operating Board |
Michelle Fan Chair
Michelle is the founder of the WAAN Boston chapter, as well as a member of the operating board of the WAAN New York City Chapter. Michelle is an equity investment analyst at BNP Paribas Asset Management where she researches technology, telecom, and healthcare stocks in the global emerging markets. Previously she was an associate at BlackRock, with roles in multi-asset portfolio management and APAC fundamental equity. She has held roles on the boards of various non-profits including Cherub Improv, Read Ahead, and the Wharton Club of Boston. Michelle is a frequent judge for the monthly Startupalooza Boston pitch events. She graduated from the Wharton undergraduate program, and is a CFA and a CAIA charterholder.
Michelle is the founder of the WAAN Boston chapter, as well as a member of the operating board of the WAAN New York City Chapter. Michelle is an equity investment analyst at BNP Paribas Asset Management where she researches technology, telecom, and healthcare stocks in the global emerging markets. Previously she was an associate at BlackRock, with roles in multi-asset portfolio management and APAC fundamental equity. She has held roles on the boards of various non-profits including Cherub Improv, Read Ahead, and the Wharton Club of Boston. Michelle is a frequent judge for the monthly Startupalooza Boston pitch events. She graduated from the Wharton undergraduate program, and is a CFA and a CAIA charterholder.
Bill Kriebel Education
Bill has worked in a range of industries and in 17 countries. He was a regional manager throughout Southeast Asia and Europe for CIGNA. He has also worked for an internet software company, a product manager for Abilizer Solutions, and a program coordinator for Shambhala International. Bill is currently building a healthcare company focused on mindfulness and the expressive arts. Bill serves on the board of the Penn Club of Boston. He holds a B.A.S.
from the University of Pennsylvania.
Bill has worked in a range of industries and in 17 countries. He was a regional manager throughout Southeast Asia and Europe for CIGNA. He has also worked for an internet software company, a product manager for Abilizer Solutions, and a program coordinator for Shambhala International. Bill is currently building a healthcare company focused on mindfulness and the expressive arts. Bill serves on the board of the Penn Club of Boston. He holds a B.A.S.
from the University of Pennsylvania.
Aneesha Raghunthan Angel Outreach
Aneesha is a current Private Equity investor at TA Associates in Boston and focuses on investments in Business and Financial Services. Previously, she worked in early stage investing at Bessemer Venture Partners in NYC and is passionate about entrepreneurship and social impact; She graduated from the Wharton undergraduate program.
Aneesha is a current Private Equity investor at TA Associates in Boston and focuses on investments in Business and Financial Services. Previously, she worked in early stage investing at Bessemer Venture Partners in NYC and is passionate about entrepreneurship and social impact; She graduated from the Wharton undergraduate program.
Jon Leibowitz Deal Flow
Jon Leibowitz is a business operator and owner with over 25 years experience working in high growth environments. He is a founder, investor and/or active advisor to a number of companies, including ConnectMeMore, Pleio, Westgate Consulting, WikiDoc, Lighthouse Learning, and Pri-Med. Previously Jon served in leadership roles at Questex Media, M|C Communications, Fidelity Capital Companies and Reed-Elsevier. He also serves as an investment advisor to Sky Ventures, as a member of the Beth Israel Deaconess Board of Advisors, and as a member of the Pleio board. Jon has a BA from Hamilton College and an MBA from The Wharton School.
Jon Leibowitz is a business operator and owner with over 25 years experience working in high growth environments. He is a founder, investor and/or active advisor to a number of companies, including ConnectMeMore, Pleio, Westgate Consulting, WikiDoc, Lighthouse Learning, and Pri-Med. Previously Jon served in leadership roles at Questex Media, M|C Communications, Fidelity Capital Companies and Reed-Elsevier. He also serves as an investment advisor to Sky Ventures, as a member of the Beth Israel Deaconess Board of Advisors, and as a member of the Pleio board. Jon has a BA from Hamilton College and an MBA from The Wharton School.
Stacy Humphrey Marketing
Stacy is an experienced product marketing, product management, and strategy executive for companies including IBM, Phase Forward (acquired by Oracle), Telco Systems (acquired by BATM), and SiCortex. With industry experience in healthcare, communications technology, and business intelligence & analytics, she has launched more than 40 enterprise software, SaaS, computer systems, and services offerings. Stacy is a mentor and judge for Mass TLC Technovation, and served as a judge for the 2018 New England Venture Summit. Stacy holds a B.A. from Mount Holyoke College and an M.B.A. from the Wharton School.
Stacy is an experienced product marketing, product management, and strategy executive for companies including IBM, Phase Forward (acquired by Oracle), Telco Systems (acquired by BATM), and SiCortex. With industry experience in healthcare, communications technology, and business intelligence & analytics, she has launched more than 40 enterprise software, SaaS, computer systems, and services offerings. Stacy is a mentor and judge for Mass TLC Technovation, and served as a judge for the 2018 New England Venture Summit. Stacy holds a B.A. from Mount Holyoke College and an M.B.A. from the Wharton School.
