Angel investors to support 700 jobs

The employment impact of angel investment on both sides of the border has more than doubled in the past four years, according to new figures.

Last year’s annual report for the Halo Business Angel Network (HBAN) – a joint venture between Enterprise Ireland and InterTradeIreland – reveals a large jump in the number of jobs supported by by the network’s investments last year.

An estimated 700 roles will be created in 48 companies across the the island of Ireland having completed successful funding rounds totalling €30 million in 2014.