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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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October 22 Beringea Announces Recent Exits

Beringea, the private equity group, which provides equity and/or mezzanine debt to small- and-middle market companies, has exited five companies.
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October 17 Innovation Award Nominations Are Now Being Accepted – Due Nov. 9

Nominations are being accepted for the 2014 Small Business Innovation Award and The Michigan 50 Companies to Watch program. Winners will be honored at the 10th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business event on May 6, 2014.

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October 06 November 4 Awards Dinner Features NVCA's President

Please join us at the MVCA Annual Awards Dinner. Bobby Franklin, who recently was named president and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association, will be our keynote speaker.
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October 06 November 4 Awards Dinner Features NVCA’s President

Please join us at the MVCA Annual Awards Dinner. Bobby Franklin, who recently was named president and CEO of the National Venture Capital Association, will be our keynote speaker.
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October 05 Tetra Discovery Partners Reaches New $1 Million Strategic Funding Milestone with Grand Angels-Led Investment

Tetra Discovery Partners announced a $1 million strategic funding milestone with an investment led by Grand Rapids-based Grand Angels.
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