Local investment club adds high net worth component

Those behind a newly created investment club are rolling out an additional component that will allow accredited investors to fund local start-up businesses. Now, high net-worth investors will be able to participate in Angels of the Plains and purchase an equity stake in a start-up. The Securities and Exchange Commission defines an accredited investor as one whose individual or joint net worth exceeds $1 million, excluding primary residence. Jonathan George, known locally for building businesses,…