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Overview

The Story Ventures Scout Program, launched in 2022, empowers entrepreneurial individuals to invest on behalf of Story Ventures while fostering a community of aligned angel investors. Scouts are given the authority to source and evaluate investment opportunities, focusing on early-stage companies in data automation, workflow automation, and applied AI. Participants gain access to a network of like-minded investors and the chance to build their personal angel investment portfolios alongside Story Ventures' investments.

Investment focus

The Story Ventures Scout Program focuses on investing in early-stage companies that are developing practical automation solutions. The program seeks to back founders who are addressing real automation problems, with a strong preference for being the first institutional investor in these ventures.

Program details

Designed for Founders, Investors, Scouts, Operators. The program is remote. Participation is generally part time.

Who it is for

Candidates should possess an entrepreneurial mindset, a track record in technology, and a network in relevant markets. They must also be able to evaluate early-stage companies and commit to building the startup ecosystem.

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Admissions and application

The program accepts continuous applications from individuals interested in becoming scouts. Interested candidates can apply at any time.

Benefits

Participants in the Scout Program benefit from early access to Story Ventures' deal flow, the ability to write personal checks into portfolio companies, networking opportunities with other scouts and investors, exposure to venture investment processes, and the chance to develop a personal angel investment track record.

What came of it

Story Ventures' investment list, updated through December 31, 2023, marks Agentio as a Scout-only investment. This is a historical investment listing, not evidence of investment performance or participant outcomes.

How to go about it

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    Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.

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  3. Apply the way the program asks

    The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.

Questions about this program

Who is Story Ventures looking for as a scout?

Story Ventures describes its intended scouts as entrepreneurial people at the cutting edge of technology development; the cited material does not state formal eligibility rules.

How can I inquire about joining?

Story Ventures' Team page displays a form and invites interested people to inquire. The page does not explicitly confirm that applications are open.

What do scouts do and receive?

Story Ventures says scouts can invest on its behalf and join a community of like-minded angel investors. The public description does not specify individual investment terms or limits.

Is there a documented Scout Program investment?

Story Ventures' investment list, updated through December 31, 2023, marks Agentio as a Scout-only investment. This listing does not establish investment performance or participant outcomes.

About Story Ventures

Story Ventures

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Investing in technology-driven early-stage companies.

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