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What is Bangladesh Angels Network?

Bangladesh Angels Network (BAN) is the country’s first and largest angel investing platform, connecting visionary entrepreneurs with seasoned investors, fostering an ecosystem that drives innovation and economic growth.

With $21.7M+ USD invested across 50+ startups, we provide capital, mentorship, and strategic backing to early-stage companies that are solving real problems and scaling fast. Our network is a mix of local and global investors, business leaders, and founders who collaborate to unlock market-changing opportunities. We don’t just invest, we build, nurture, and accelerate ventures that have the potential to reshape industries. Whether you're looking to back or build the next industry-defining company, BAN is where it happens.

Team & Management

The people running day-to-day programs, partnerships, and operations at Bangladesh Angels Network.

Ivy Huq Russell

Ivy Huq Russell

CEO

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Zaaim Zakir

Zaaim Zakir

Lead Deals Analyst

Rifat Ara Bonnhy

Rifat Ara Bonnhy

Strategic Partnerships Lead

Nadim Abrar

Nadim Abrar

Operations Analyst

Sadman Ishrak Arian

Sadman Ishrak Arian

Seasonal Analyst

Prajna Paromita

Prajna Paromita

Seasonal Analyst

Arham Ahmed

Arham Ahmed

Seasonal Analyst

Shazid Hossain

Shazid Hossain

Seasonal Analyst

Governing Board

Advisors and leaders who help steer the network’s governance and long-term direction.

Sajid Rahman

Sajid Rahman

Chief Executive

Telenor Health AS

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Samad Miraly

Samad Miraly

Co Founder

Startup Dhaka

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Minhaz Anwar

Minhaz Anwar

Chief Storyteller

Better Stories

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Tina Jabeen

Tina Jabeen

Investment Advisor

Startup Bangladesh

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Sanchayan Chakraborty

Sanchayan Chakraborty

Partner

Aavishkaar Capital

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