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January 02 Baird Capital Opens Ann Arbor Office, Sees Michigan as Ripe with Potential

Global investment firm Baird Capital announced it was opening a Michigan office, in Ann Arbor. It’s being headed up by David Gregorka, whose entrepreneurial roots grow deep in the state.


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December 24 ForeSee Results Acquired by Answers for More Than $200 Million

ForeSee Results, Inc., the leader in customer experience analytics was acquired by Answers Corporation for more than $200 million.


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December 16 Ford Chairman Investment Generates Attention for Michigan VCs

Chairman Bill Ford invested in QuickPay through MVCA member Fontinalis Partners.


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November 26 Jim Adox and Venture Investors Charge Full Steam Ahead

Jim Adox and Venture Investors are charging full steam ahead in a challenging economy, and in doing so, are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Michigan.


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November 23 Grand Angels Invests in Ambiq Micro $10 Million Series B Funding

Grand Angels recently announced its fifth funding commitment of 2013, investing in Ambiq Micro, a leader in ultra-low power integrated circuits. Grand Angels invested alongside venture capital firms Austin Ventures, ARM®, Mercury Fund, Huron River Ventures and other investors in the $10 million Series B funding round.   Ambiq Micro, whose products are redefining the […]


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November 21 Learn more about MEDC funding programs for entrepreneurs on December 3

Please join us for breakfast to learn more about the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s entrepreneurial, early stage financing, and talent programs!   Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2013 Time: 8:30 am – 10:30 am Location: The Campus Inn, 615 E Huron St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104   Featuring Panelists From: Michigan Economic Development Corporation Amy Cell, […]


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November 18 Baird Capital Hires David Gregorka to Source Deals in Michigan

According to an article in Crain’s Detroit Business, MVCA member Baird Capital hired Ann Arbor entrepreneur David Gregorka. In this new role, David will work to source deals for the firm here in Michigan.   Gregorka is best known in Michigan for having been a co-founder of HealthMedia, Inc., which was acquired in 2008 by […]


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November 13 Beringea Portfolio Company Espresso Group Ltd. Sold to Discovery Communications Inc.

Beringea , LLC, a private equity firm providing growth capital to market-leading businesses, has announced Beringea LLP of London, UK, has sold its portfolio company Espresso Group Limited to Discovery Communications Inc.


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October 24 Outgoing MVCA Chair Tim Petersen: VC in Michigan Bucking National Trend, Inspiring Startup Culture in State

“Venture capitalists in Michigan continue to grow in an environment where, in other parts of the country, the industry is contracting,” said a Managing Director of Arboretum Ventures and the outgoing chair of the Michigan Venture Capital Association.


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