the really "good" angel investors are typically independent and work almost entirely off of recommendations. Yes, but it's not that hard to network into a meet

the really "good" angel investors are typically independent and work almost entirely off of recommendations. Yes, but it's not that hard to network into a meeting with an angel (remember, they're out there trying to find you, too): use your alumni contacts, mentors, attorneys, financial advisors, et. al. they will also look at business plans which are submitted cold turkey (although there is a $250 application fee, which I found strange given the organization is non-profit). Does anyone have input on this? I've yet to hear of a deal coming to fruition through one of these "panel submissions" (it seems the only reason most angels participate is to research the current market, not to fund new companies).