In early 2025, ZillyPlanet began raising our angel round. We started, as many founders do, with people we knew personally. Friends. Former colleagues. Mentors. Supporters of our mission to make STEM learning more personal, inclusive, and story-driven. These early conversations felt energizing. They were built on trust, shared vision, and enthusiasm for what we’re building. But as we reached the tail end of the round, we found ourselves needing to expand our circle. We started