Deal referral
A deal referral is a startup investment opportunity passed from one person or organization to an investor, venture firm, angel, scout program, accelerator, or corporate development team.
Accurate as of Jun 4, 2026
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Usage can vary across firms, programs, and jurisdictions; this definition describes the venture-scouting context.