Entrepreneurs Can Now Easily Connect with Michigan Investors, Entrepreneurial Support Organizations, and Service Providers For Immediate Release September 11, 2017 – Ann Arbor, MICH. – The Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA) today announced the release of the 2017 Michigan Entrepreneurial & Investment Landscape Guide. The Guide is the state’s only comprehensive compilation of angel organizations, […]
An investment made by several groups of early-stage Michigan investors could pay off in a big way following the recent news that Allergan acquired Ann Arbor-based RetroSense Therapeutics LLC, a Michigan angel-backed gene therapy company, for $60 million plus additional funding if the company reaches future milestones. Terry Cross, MVCA member, and director of RetroSense […]
A hallmark of the Michigan Venture Capital Association has long been our ability to offer members access to top-tier talent through Venture Upstart, a suite of programs designed to grow and sustain a vibrant venture capital community in Michigan.
Mich. hopes tech will help recovery By: Jennifer Martinez January 6, 2011 04:36 AM EST http://dyn.politico.com/printstory.cfm?uuid=580D7924-A87A-987A-F380BB469A0AEE3C Michigan is best known for making cars, but the state’s technology sector is gaining clout thanks, in part, to local and national politics. Michigan’s own Rep. Fred Upton has become one of the most powerful lawmakers on technology policy. […]
One of venture capital’s oldest and most reliable partners was hard to find in 2009, according to an annual survey that examines where the private equity asset class receives its capita
Mich. hopes tech will help recovery By: Jennifer Martinez January 6, 2011 04:36 AM EST http://dyn.politico.com/printstory.cfm?uuid=580D7924-A87A-987A-F380BB469A0AEE3C Michigan is best known for making cars, but the state’s technology sector is gaining clout thanks, in part, to local and national politics. Michigan’s own Rep. Fred Upton has become one of the most powerful lawmakers on technology policy. […]
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, […]
VC Journal is writing a story for early 2013 about the arrival of the autonomous car, and its future impact on the U.S. automotive industry.
Beringea and the Credit Suisse Customized Fund Investment Group (“CFIG”) have launched Michigan Growth Capital Partners II, L.P. (“MGCP II”), a $180 million fund dedicated to providing growth equity to Michigan companies.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — MAY 20, 2013 – ANN ARBOR, MICH. — The Michigan Venture Capital Association’s annual research report, a compilation and analysis of investment activity, shows that 2012 was a banner year for venture capital (VC) in the state. Compared to the national trend of declining VC funds and activity, funding activity and […]