Early Stage Investor Learning and Activation

What is SDSU 2026 SDAC: Hands-on program for accredited early-stage investors

The SDSU 2026 San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC) is dedicated to empowering early-stage accredited investors through comprehensive training, growth opportunities, community, and networking.

This dynamic program features a series of training sessions “Investor Knowledge and Network”, and social events designed specifically for SDSU 2026 SDAC early-stage investors.   SDSU 2026 SDAC concludes with a one-day Finale, showcasing top startups and the investments made in them.

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SDAC 2026 SDSU Timeline

Now - March 2026: Monthly SDSU hosted Investor Knowledge and Network events for accredited investors to increase knowledge around early stage investment and foster community and networking.

March 2026 - May 2026: A member-managed investment fund that resides outside of SDSU is formed.  Weekly meetings will be held to review over 100 applications, narrow them down to the top six, and conduct due diligence before making investment decisions.

End of May 2026: SDSU 2026 SDAC concludes with a one-day Finale, showcasing top  startups and the investments made in them.

sdac 2026 timeline

Join Us for SDSU 2026 SDAC


Program Donation* (New Participants): $1,000                                      Program Donation* (Past Participants): $500

* Your donation is a tax-deductible contribution that is paid directly to SDSU and supports program operations, and in compliance with IRS regulations, TCF certifies that no goods or services were, or will be, provided in exchange for this donation portion. 

  • Past participants are expected to "give back" to the new participants through their experience, mentoring, and leadership.
  • Please make your annual Program Donation no later than March 31, 2026


Interest form        Program Donation

SDSU 2026 SDAC Program Benefits

  • Investor Education, Training, and Networking :

    SDSU hosts a series of learning and networking events (Investor Knowledge and Network) monthly throughout the program, cultivating meaningful connections within the SDAC community.

    • Monthly Knowledge & Network events July through March 

    • Learn how to evaluate a company’s investment potential

    • Learn how to evaluate different industries and company stages

    • Peer Mentorship

  • Access to SDSU community events
    • SDSU Startup Stories Speaker Events 
    • SDSU President's Lecture Series

  • Participation in SDSU 2026 SDAC Finale
Your participation includes a tax-deductible donation paid directly to SDSU to support program operations, and in compliance with IRS regulations, TCF certifies that no goods or services were, or will be, provided in exchange for this donation portion.