AP CATALYST
The Bridge to Alternative Exits
Find the Right Partner, Not Just Any Buyer.
The Evidence
More than a third of the presenting companies are in active follow-up discussions
"One of the firms following up with us already has deep relationships with the exact facility where we're running our pilot. Their industry connections could dramatically accelerate our market adoption—the kind of strategic partnership we couldn't have found through traditional channels."
- CEO of a CleanTech startup
Choose Your Path
Why It Works
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For Angels: Your solid performers deserve the right exit pathway.
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For Institutional Investors: Discover quality companies before everyone else does.
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For Entrepreneurs: Find partners who see your true value and can accelerate your growth.
Participating Angel Groups
Institutional Investors
AP Catalyst Leadership
Paul G. Silva
For 20 years, Paul has helped founders turn ideas into fundable companies. As an angel investor, syndication leader, and startup mentor, he’s worked with hundreds of founders, securing millions in funding and guiding companies toward real traction.
At PixelEdge, Paul spearheaded major client initiatives and created AP Catalyst, an industry-first effort to bridge the gap between angel investors and private equity firms.
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Graham Conran
Graham Conran boot-strapped his first start-up at 25 - drawn to the challenges and excitement of creating something new. An early adopter of all things tech. Fascinated with the myriad ways entrepreneurs disrupt industries and create value. The majority of his career was spent working with private equity firms while at JPMorgan in New York and Hong Kong. Graham is an active angel investor and start-up advisor. He found his way to Montana in 2018 as an investor and eventually co-ceo of a technology company based in Bozeman.
Drew Tulchin
Drew has contributed immensely to startups in New Mexico. Most notably, Drew served as the first CFO of Meow Wolf, a New Mexico B Corp that creates immersive arts experiences to wow. His efforts at Meow Wolf led to raising more than $125 million in investment, the purchase of a new headquarters, and tremendous growth from 50 people to more than 400. Drew has also worked with Build with Robots, Electric Playhouse, and Parting Stone.
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Event Organizer, Sponsor, and Contact Information
This event is organized and sponsored by PixelEdge. We accelerate EBITDA growth and exit multiple expansion for PE-backed business services firms through tailored software solutions that unlock untapped value. Our clients include KPMG, TimeWarner, and portfolio companies of the London Stock Exchange Group and KKR.
Success stories & testimonials.
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Partner
Angel Capital Association is pleased to partner with PixelEdge on AP Catalyst.
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