Founders Club acquires Angel Investor Club and targets US$8M in funding by end of 2025

Founders Club has strengthened its position in the Brazilian startup ecosystem with the acquisition of the Angel Investor Club, marking a major expansion of its community and capabilities.

A Strategic Move That Adds 420 New Members

The acquisition brings 420 new members into the Founders Club network, increasing its community to 1,100 participants.

Although the transaction amount was not disclosed, the integration reinforces the hub’s investment reach: startups within the Founders Club ecosystem have already raised R$ 35 million (US$6.5 M), with a target of R$ 40 million (US$8 M) by the end of 2025.

A Long-Standing Relationship Between the Two Hubs

The connection between the two groups predates the deal. The Angel Investor Club, founded in 2021, is led by investors such as Anderson Diehl, Maria Alice Frontini, Wlado Teixeira, Simone Siebra, Benício Filho, Wesley Lacerda, Lucio Feijo Lópes, Edson Mackeenzy, Mori Alexandre, Fabiano Nagamatsu, and other community leaders dedicated to supporting entrepreneurship in Brazil.

In 2023, an initiative by Anderson Diehl and Marcelo Wagner, a WhatsApp group created to foster experience-sharing among founders, evolved into what is now the Founders Club, a platform connecting startups, investors, and large corporations.

Integration Sparked at South Summit 2025

The idea of unifying both hubs emerged during South Summit 2025 in Porto Alegre. At a gathering hosted at Anderson Diehl’s home, more than 80 members from both groups discussed the value of aligning their strengths.

“At that moment, we realized how natural it would be to integrate the two fronts. Entrepreneurs seeking capital and investors seeking qualified opportunities,” recalls Bianca Six, Co-Founder and COO of Founders Club.

Angel Investor Club Remains Independent, But Fully Connected

Despite the acquisition, the Angel Investor Club will continue operating independently and will remain an exclusive space for investors, community leaders, corporate executives, and invited stakeholders.

“Nothing will change in terms of format, but all members of the Angel Investor Club will now have unrestricted access to the entire Founders Club ecosystem,” explains Anderson Diehl.

He emphasizes the complementary nature of both hubs: “One focuses on the continuous development of founders, while the other is dedicated to angel investors and corporate leaders. More important than capital itself is creating opportunities and connections that enable sustainable growth for everyone involved.”

A Growing Network of High-Performing Startups

Following the transaction, Founders Club now connects more than 700 entrepreneurs leading startups that collectively generate over R$ 130 million (US$24.4 M) in monthly revenue.

The hub also provides continuous support through tailored mentorships, open innovation challenges developed with major corporations, and a benefits package exceeding R$ 180 thousand in strategic tools and services.