Joseph Liu

SKU is an accelerator program for stellar consumer product startups. Startup companies with market-validated consumer products apply to our accelerator program to receive the resources and relationships that they require to become breakout successes and household names. SKU surrounds those stellar startups with a wraparound infrastructure of seasoned entrepreneurial mentors, customized educational content, advanced operations support, and access to funding.

Founded as Tech Coast Angels in 1997, Tech Coast Angels Venture Group (TCA VG) has invested approximately $300 million in more than 525 companies, attracting an additional $2.2 billion in capital. With 400+ accredited investors in TCA LA, TCA OC, TCA Inland Empire, Pasadena Angels, and MEDA Angels, TCA VG is a key seed and early-stage funding source. Members, including founders and business leaders, deliver more than capital — providing counsel, mentorship, and access to extensive networks.

Having invested more than $125 million in 208+ companies since 2006, the Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN) is one of the largest, most active angel groups in the U.S. with over 110 Members and is a significant source of early-stage capital to entrepreneurs from Texas and beyond. A nonprofit, member-based organization, the angel group features more than 185 individual accredited investors from an extensive cross-section of sectors and backgrounds. CTAN members not only invest; they also mentor entrepreneurs and connect them to business resources, providing critical support to the success of early-stage business and the Texas economy. To learn more about becoming a CTAN member or sponsor, or to apply for funding, visit www.centraltexasangelnetwork.com. Twitter: twitter.com/CTANAngels Facebook: facebook.com/CentralTexasAngelNetwork