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May 24 Renaissance Venture Fund

The $45 million Renaissance Venture Capital Fund I was hailed as a new model for fundraising. CEO and Fund Manager Chris Rizik describes these kinds of connections as “make or break” for some of the start-ups in his fund’s portfolio, allowing them to gain market traction quickly.


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April 19 The Road Less Traveled: Detroit Venture Partners Pursues “Crazed Mission” to Back Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurs

Ask Josh Linkner what’s got him, and the team at Detroit Venture Partners, fired up, and you’ll get a simple response: Detroit. The VC firm’s “crazed mission” is to back companies that are committed to rebuilding the Detroit area by entrepreneurship.


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February 20 Hopen Life Science Ventures’ Expert Team Committed to Creating Culture of Innovation in Michigan

Between its two funds, Hopen manages more than $65 million, which it prefers to invest in the region.


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August 13 EVENT: Impact of Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act on Michigan Startups – August 23 in Grand Rapids

On August 23rd, Startup Michigan and turnstone will host an educational symposium on the Impact of the JOBS Act on Michigan Startups. This event will provide you with the knowledge base necessary to understand how your startup and the Michigan startup community can benefit from the JOBS Act. This event will be held on Thursday, August  23rd, 8:30AM-4PM in […]


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July 30 Movie Screening: ‘Something Ventured’

August 22, 2012 in Grand Rapids.  Contact MVCA  to attend the event. Sponsored by Michigan Accelerator Fund and Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation,Grand Valley State University


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July 30 Movie Screening: 'Something Ventured'

August 22, 2012 in Grand Rapids.  Contact MVCA  to attend the event. Sponsored by Michigan Accelerator Fund and Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation,Grand Valley State University


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July 20 Detroit is a Venture Capital Role Model

Renaissance Venture Capital Fund (RVCF) is a venture capital role model for Detroit.


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April 27 Call for Presenting Companies for 31st Michigan Growth Capital Symposium – May 15 & 16

MGCS 2012 will feature presentations from more than 40 of the Midwest’s top high-growth companies. Applications will be accepted through Tuesday, March 6. A four page (maximum) executive summary is needed to apply along with a $20 application fee. Who should apply? High-growth innovative companies from market sectors including but not limited to internet, software, […]


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March 27 Don’t Miss the Spring GLEQ Business Plan Competition Dates

Through its two annual Business Plan Competitions, GLEQ offers Michigan’s new ventures entrepreneurial education, one-to-one coaching, connections to resources, and exposure to investors. The Spring GLEQ Business Plan Competition features cash prizes up to $25,000 and the $100,000 SmartZone Award!


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March 27 Don't Miss the Spring GLEQ Business Plan Competition Dates

Through its two annual Business Plan Competitions, GLEQ offers Michigan’s new ventures entrepreneurial education, one-to-one coaching, connections to resources, and exposure to investors. The Spring GLEQ Business Plan Competition features cash prizes up to $25,000 and the $100,000 SmartZone Award!


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