Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund

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Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund
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Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund

Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund

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The Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund is a statewide $5 million pre-seed fund powered by InvestUP. The Fund is supported by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) through the Michigan Innovate Capital Fund initiative to support early-stage Michigan start-ups commercializing competitive edge technologies. The Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund provides pre-seed investments ($50,000 up to $250,000) to Michigan-based start-ups who are leveraging technologies to follow through on growth opportunities related to increasing the enjoyment, accessibility, and sustainability of outdoor recreation experiences.

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Team

  • Jim Baker
    Co-Managing Director
  • Jim Tenzillo
    Co-Managing Director

Stages of Investment

  • Idea/Pre-Seed

Sectors of Investment

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Advanced Materials/Manufacturing
  • Alternative Energy
  • Consumer Products
  • Engineering Design + Development
  • Information Technology
  • Mobility
  • Other

IT Subsectors

  • Hardware
  • Software

Life Science Subsectors

  • Not Applicable

Details

  • Michigan Investment Professionals2
  • Worldwide Investment Professionals2
  • Assets Under Management $5,000,000
  • Funds Managed (Current & Historical)1
  • Actively InvestingYes
  • Preferred Initial Investment$50,000 - $150,000

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