Harvard Investment Club of Spain · Est. 2017
Where Harvard meets
Spain's next great companies.
A private community of Harvard alumni investing in exceptional private market opportunities — startups, funds, and special situations.
About
Alumni-led angel investing in Spain since 2017.
The Harvard Investment Club of Spain (HICS) is an educational and networking forum for Harvard alumni committed to investing in and supporting the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Spain and Europe. HICS offers access to exceptional private investment opportunities across startups, funds, and special situations.
Originally founded as the Harvard Angels Club of Spain in 2017, the club grew to 58 members, reviewed over 260 startups, hosted 15 pitch events, and facilitated over €3 million in investments across 14 companies.
Relaunched in 2025 with AI-powered deal platform, renewed leadership, and a focus on the new wave of entrepreneurship driven by artificial intelligence.
Our mission
One of the largest alumni angel networks in Europe, providing a unique opportunity to learn about angel investing, portfolio diversification, and mentorship for emerging businesses.
Accepting pitches from the best entrepreneurs and fund managers in Spain and Europe — no Harvard affiliation required.
Accepting investor members
From across Harvard University — Business, Law, Kennedy, Medical, College, SEAS, Public Health and more. Join a curated community of alumni investing in Spain's most promising private market investments and hidden gems.
Join the Club →What We Do
Four pillars.
Investment, mentorship, education, and community — the foundations of everything we do.
Deal Flow
Access to curated investment opportunities through Harvard’s global network and Spain’s startup ecosystem. AI-assisted screening generates investment memos with market analysis, competitive landscape, and risk assessment.
100+ deals reviewed per year · Seed to early growth · €100-200K syndicates
Mentorship
Alumni experts supporting founders with deep sector expertise, global connections, and strategic advice across finance, technology, healthcare, consumer, and deep tech.
Screening committee of 10 sector experts · Advisory board of 5 senior alumni
Education
Workshops, pitch nights, and thematic events on angel investing, search funds, AI entrepreneurship, and venture capital. Co-hosted with Harvard Club of Spain.
"How to Start Angel Investing" · "Understanding Search Funds" · AI Trends
Community
A curated network of 50+ active angel investors connecting Harvard with the innovation hubs of Madrid, Barcelona, and beyond.
WhatsApp group · LinkedIn community · 2-3 pitch nights a year
The Network
Accepting pitches from the best founders and funds.
One of the largest alumni angel networks in Europe. We connect entrepreneurs with experienced Harvard alumni investors who bring capital, expertise, and global connections.
No Harvard affiliation required to apply.
Upcoming
Events.
Pitch nights, educational workshops, and networking events for members and the broader Harvard community in Spain.
Check back for upcoming events.
Join the Community
Where Harvard Alumni in Spain Invest Together
Access and share curated private investment opportunities — from startups to funds.