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This month, Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA) Executive Director Ara Topouzian traveled to Lansing to meet with key members of the Michigan Legislature and emphasize the critical role that venture capital plays in advancing the state’s innovation economy. Topouzian held meetings with Representative Stephen Wooden, Representative Jason Morgan, Representative David Martin, and Bryce Webster, Legislative […]

The Michigan Venture Capital Association is proud to offer the Venture Fellows Program to Michigan’s venture capital community. The program, launched in 2023, is designed to increase the number of venture professionals in Michigan in order to accelerate the fundraising and deployment of capital into early-stage companies. We check in with Caroline as she completes […]

The Michigan Venture Capital Association is proud to offer the Venture Fellows Program to Michigan’s venture capital community. The program, launched in 2023, is designed to increase the number of venture professionals in Michigan in order to accelerate the fundraising and deployment of capital into early-stage companies. Reflections from the Final Stretch: My Fellowship at […]

ANN ARBOR, MI (March 31, 2025) – Arboretum Ventures, a leading healthcare venture capital firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is excited to welcome Jeff Terrell as an investment Partner. Jeff joins Arboretum after 13 years with Hatteras Venture Partners in Durham, N.C. where he co-led the firm’s medical device investing practice. Jeff’s venture experience […]

The Michigan Venture Capital Association is proud to offer the Venture Fellows Program to Michigan’s venture capital community. The program, launched in 2023, is designed to increase the number of venture professionals in Michigan in order to accelerate the fundraising and deployment of capital into early-stage companies. Since you started your fellowship, what standout achievements […]

The Michigan Venture Capital Association is proud to offer the Venture Fellows Program to Michigan’s venture capital community. The program, launched in 2023, is designed to increase the number of venture professionals in Michigan in order to accelerate the fundraising and deployment of capital into early-stage companies. Reflections on My MVCA Fellowship October 2023 marked […]

Atomic Object released its second-annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Impact Report today. The report highlights progress made in the past year and reflects on the company’s long-term, process-driven approach to DE&I. “Reading this report makes me feel proud,” said Co-CEO Mike Marsiglia. “Great work happens all the time at Atomic Object, but packaging it […]

MVCA is always tuned in — actively listening, observing and identifying key educational opportunities that empower our network to thrive. Whether it’s game-changing business insights or critical legal updates, we’re committed to keeping you informed with the most relevant news. As a valued partner, Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is hosting a series of three […]

Lansing, MI January 13, 2025 – Exit Quotient Ventures (EQV), a leading investment firm dedicated to empowering founders and scaling transformative businesses, proudly announces the successful close of its $5 million fund. With this milestone, EQV is actively seeking visionary entrepreneurs and innovative startups to partner with as they build and scale high-potential ventures. “Our […]