Founding chair hands over reins at Angel Investors Marlborough [Video]

Pictured above: Richard Coon receiving a standing ovation at his retirement event.

Angel Investors Marlborough farewelled founding chairman Richard Coon with a standing ovation and life membership at its meeting earlier this month.

Richard Coon set up the organisation almost seven years ago, and has built it to one of the most successful angel investor groups in the country, with an international reputation.

Speakers at the meeting praised Coon’s active engagement in assessing potential investments and then his significant support for founders and startups, often as board chair. They also praised his backing for local businesses and community groups.

Mayor Nadine Taylor says Marlborough is lucky that Richard had set up AIM. Not only has he built a supportive culture in AIM where founders receive funding, knowledge, and expertise, but Coon has also given back to many groups in the community.

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