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May 14 Michigan Venture Capital Association Annual Research Report: Venture Community is Growing in Size, Deals

The Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA) recently released its annual research report, which details investment activity across the state. The report also highlights venture capital activity in Michigan compared to other regions and the U.S.


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May 09 Renaissance VC’s Second Fund Has First Close At $60M

Member Renaissance Venture Capital Fund had its first close on its second fund.


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May 09 Renaissance VC's Second Fund Has First Close At $60M

Member Renaissance Venture Capital Fund had its first close on its second fund.


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May 02 Member News: Arboretum Ventures Announces the Addition of Kristin Myers as Principal

Arboretum Ventures is pleased to announce that Kristin Myers has joined the firm as a Principal. Kristin is a former Partner at Skyline Ventures (Palo Alto, CA), where she led numerous due diligence efforts for medical device opportunities. Kristin Myers Press Release final from Arboretum  


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April 30 Investing, Baseball and Brews

June 19 from 5-7 p.m. at The M@dison, Detroit Registration will be capped due to space constraints and will be first come, first served. Registration details will be sent out after MGCS


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April 30 MVCA & MCGS Investor Cocktail

Join your MVCA venture capital colleagues and other investors for cocktails on the first night of the 2012 Annual Michigan Growth Capital Symposium. Venue: Vinology Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Space is limited, register fast! Only for MVCA members


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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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April 03 Resonant Ventures in Wall Street Journal

Member Resonant Ventures was part of a recent Wall Street Journal story with portfolio company Duo Security with Google Ventures.


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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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