BANA Angels

🎉 Join us in giving a warm welcome to Lusine (Lucy) Abgaryan, PhD, MBA, the newest angel investor in the BANA Angels family! Lusine is a trailblazer in the biotech industry, with a rich career spanning scientific breakthroughs and entrepreneurial leadership. She is the Founder of Proone Labs and the CEO & Co-Founder of GrittGene Therapeutics, among other ventures. Her pioneering research contributed to the FDA approval of ZEPOSIA® (ozanimod) and laid the groundwork for innovative therapies at Blackthorn Therapeutics. Beyond science, Lusine is a driving force in business strategy, regulatory guidance, and market entry for startups in the US, Armenia, and Israel. She has founded and co-founded multiple organizations and serves as a mentor, advisor, and board member for companies and programs globally. 🚀 We’re excited to have Lusine’s scientific expertise and entrepreneurial spirit fueling Armenia’s growing startup ecosystem! #banaangels #innovation #startups #angelinvesting #biotech

🚀 We’re excited to welcome David Avetisyan as the newest angel investor in the BANA Angels family! David is the Co-Founder & Managing Director at Acumen Technologies, where his team of experts delivers top-notch software development and IT consultancy services, with a focus on enterprise-grade cloud-based and AI-powered complex solutions. Beginning his career as a software engineer in Yerevan, David went on to lead engineering projects with Macadamian, a Canadian company, before co-founding Acumen Technologies as an independent venture in 2020. With a strong focus on Agile/Scrum delivery and client satisfaction, David brings deep expertise to BANA Angels. Outside work, he’s an avid traveler and culinary enthusiast. 🤝👤 Join us in welcoming David as he joins our mission to support Armenia’s tech ecosystem! #banaangels #angelinvesting #startups #tech #innovation

Exciting update! 🙌 BANA Angels backs Sestive, a game-changing, data-native platform transforming mental health treatment. Sestive empowers therapists with AI-driven insights to enhance therapeutic methods, optimize outcomes, and improve overall effectiveness. 🚀 By offering advanced analytics and AI insights, Sestive helps therapists fine-tune their methodologies and track patient progress, while also engaging patients with personalized insights into their therapy sessions. This solution truly revolutionizes the way therapy is approached, with a smarter, more impactful approach. 💡 Welcome to our portfolio, Sestive—we wish you continued success and growth as you redefine the future of mental health care. 🤝✨

🚀 Yerevan’s startup community is gathering again! Startup Huddle Yerevan is happening on November 27th, and we’re happy to support this initiative as ecosystem partners with EPIC - Entrepreneurship and Product Innovation Center at AUA. 📍 Ibis Hotel Yerevan, 5/1 Northern Ave ⏰ 11:30 AM 🎟️ Reserve your spot today: https://shorturl.at/AQI0t Let’s grow and innovate together! 🚀https://lnkd.in/dRguvquQ

🎉 Join us in welcoming Armen Grigoryan, our newest angel investor in the BANA Angels family! Armen is the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer at Tesvan Software Development and Testing Studio, where he has led the charge in building a reputation for excellence in software quality assurance and software development. Tesvan’s expertise spans software development and strategic QA solutions, enabling clients to release products confidently and meet the highest industry standards. With a strong commitment to innovation and seamless user experiences, Armen brings valuable insights in commercial strategy and business development to our network. 🚀 Excited to have Armen on board, contributing to the growth of Armenia’s startup community! #banaangels #angelinvesting #startups #tech #innovation

🎥 Investor Tour Recap: Days of discovery, collaboration, and inspiration during WCIT 2024 / DigiTec. ✨ From exclusive visits to unicorn companies to meaningful discussions with Armenian startups and top VCs – BigStory VC, Formula VC, and Granatus Ventures – the event connected visionaries shaping the future. 🌱💡 Bringing together global investors, valuable connections, and profound insights, the path to innovation shines brightly! 🚀⚡ Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE) Picsart ServiceTitan Armenia AI9 Startup Campus Tumo Center for Creative Technologies #InvestorTour #BANA_Angels #FormulaVC #WCIT2024 #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation

🚀🌍 The Investor Tour during WCIT 2024 / DigiTec was truly a landmark event! We hosted international investors, startups, and tech pioneers for a week filled with collaboration, insights, and growth. From unicorn company visits to deep dives into Armenia’s booming tech scene, the atmosphere buzzed with energy and potential. ⚡💡 Participants had the chance to network, share knowledge, and build lasting partnerships. Plus, the LP/GP event by leading Armenian VCs - BigStory VC Formula VC & Granatus Ventures, opened doors to future investment opportunities and exciting new ventures. 📊🤝 A special thank you to every participant, partner, and supporter who joined us on this journey. Together, we’re paving the way for the future of tech and innovation! 🌱👏 Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE) BigStory VC Granatus Ventures Formula VC Picsart ServiceTitan Armenia AI9 Startup Campus BANA Angels Unicorn Community Café Tumo Center for Creative Technologies #InvestorTour #BANA_Angels #FormulaVC #WCIT2024 #VentureCapital #Startups #Innovation

🎉 We’re excited to welcome Aleksandr Shaghikyan, PhD, MBA to the BANA Angels family as our newest angel investor! Aleksandr is a corporate finance and management consulting expert with over 15 years of experience, assisting both startups and established companies in shaping strategies, driving digital transformation, and making informed decisions in M&A and corporate finance. As Partner and Head of Advisory at BDO in Armenia, he has worked with organizations and governments across the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe. Aleksandr’s expertise covers various industries, including technology, media, telecom, financial services, real estate, energy, and natural resources. 📈 In addition to his professional achievements, Aleksandr is a strong advocate for corporate governance, ESG, and diversity. He also serves as Chairperson of the Board for the Oxford Alumni Business Club of Armenia, NGO and frequently lends his voice to industry conferences and panels. 🎤 Join us in welcoming Aleksandr as he brings his vast knowledge and passion to support Armenia’s growing startup ecosystem! 🌱 #banaangels #angelinvesting #corporatefinance #innovation #startups 

📘 Our BANA Glossary series continues! This edition covers Dilution—understanding how issuing new shares affects your ownership percentage. Join us as we clarify key startup terms! 📝📚 #banangels #bana_glossary #startups #investments #entrepreneurship

It's a pleasure to announce Dmitri Melikyan, an experienced angel investor from Germany, as the newest addition to BANA Angels! 🙌 Dmitri is a serial founder and angel investor specializing in infrastructure and developer tools. He has previously founded category-defining startups, creating products used by thousands of developers and leading companies. Dmitri is now the founder and CEO of Graphsignal, an analytics platform for AI-powered applications, where he brings over a decade of experience in systems monitoring and analytics to AI infrastructure and applications. Let’s give Dmitri a warm welcome as he joins us in supporting Armenia’s growing tech ecosystem! 🎉 #angelinvestor #banaangels #startup #tech #innovation #AI