In early 2023, MFF sought someone to build strong bonds across the Michigan entrepreneurial ecosystem for all of us -- to say that Pete Martin came in and accomplished this is an understatement! Now, after playing such a critical role as our innovation economy takes off, we are saying a fond farewell to Pete as he graduates to his next opportunity! As our Head of Connection, Pete established numerous ties across the state while supporting and uplifting our founder community. Not only will we miss Pete's infectious people-connecting, but also his insatiable appetite to promote all types of Michigan startups, brands, and mitten-T-shirts for the world to appreciate. Thankfully he isn't going too far, and will continue to be a tremendous asset to our Michigan ecosystem - thank you, Pete!
Michigan Founders Fund
非营利组织管理
Ann Arbor，Michigan 4,463 位关注者
creating connections, accelerating business growth and driving community impact across the state of Michigan
关于我们
Michigan Founders Fund is an inclusive network of high-growth founders committed to supporting each other and funding solutions for communities across the state where we live and operate. Led by founders, we provide programming, support and resources designed to help entrepreneurs build meaningful connections with their peers and be successful in their ventures. Members pledge 1% of equity to support impactful local organizations throughout the state who are improving our communities and enriching quality of life.
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https://www.michiganfoundersfund.org
Michigan Founders Fund的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非营利组织管理
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- Ann Arbor，Michigan
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- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2021
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455 E Eisenhower Pkwy
US，Michigan，Ann Arbor，48108
Michigan Founders Fund员工
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Huge shoutout to MFF member Johnnie Turnage, co-founder of Black Tech Saturdays?for leading the Michigan delegation to AFROTECH alongside Alexa Turnage, and their impact on Detroit’s exploding tech scene. That vision was encapsulated in his 2023 op-ed,?"For Detroit to Thrive, We Need a BIPOC Tech Renaissance,"?and sparked a movement to build America’s premier Black tech ecosystem." Excited to see MFF members Arabia Simeon, Shay Bailey, DeAngelo Smith, Achsha Jones, Ashton Keys, Michael Polk, Madala Mathurin, Kaleena Eugene-Louis, and Crystal Brown representing Michigan founders and driving our community forward on the national scene! Join as?Black Tech Saturdays alongside MEDC as they present Bright Future, Black Genius?— a night to celebrate Detroit’s talent in Houston. This gathering brings together visionaries, builders, and dreamers, united in purpose and unstoppable in potential." ??? Friday, November 15, 6 PM ?? Post In Houston ??? RSVP:?https://lu.ma/2nvvw75l #BlackTechSaturdays #AfroTech #DetroitTech #MFF
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?? Shoutout to MFF member David R. Medina álvarez at LIVAQ for being featured in a recent New York Times article! David is at the forefront of creating the electric all-terrain vehicle, EQUAD, at Newlab in Detroit, showcasing the city's transformation into a center for mobility innovation. His entrepreneurial spirit and dedication are paving the way for a sustainable future in transportation. Be sure to read the article to learn more about David's inspiring journey and Detroit's transformation from a historic automotive hub to a center for innovation! ???https://lnkd.in/g_TZb3Hz #MFF #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Detroit #Startups
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?? Congratulations to MFF members BlueConduit,?Clixie AI, ContentSeal, Farmish, Grounded, Hush, Intermode, Kall Morris Inc, PassiveBolt, and RIVET Work?for making the?2025 Renaissance Hotlist!??? The Hotlist is a curated selection of promising early-stage Michigan companies expected to raise venture capital in the next 12-18 months, chosen from hundreds of recommendations by Renaissance’s local partners across sectors. Check out the list and learn more about these companies here ???https://lnkd.in/dR_y32A #RenaissanceHotlist #Innovation #MFF #Startups
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???? Happy Election Day, Michigan! If you haven’t voted yet, make sure to get out there and do your civic duty. Your vote is your voice! Find your polling place here ???https://lnkd.in/dZ9xpXD Let’s remind everyone to get out and vote! ??? #ElectionDay #Vote #CivicDuty
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?? Last week’s Founders First Fridays was another success! High-growth founders from across Michigan, from Detroit to Houghton, came together to share insights, tackle challenges, and build powerful connections. Check out some amazing photos from last Friday! A big thank you to our amazing hosts across the state for creating spaces to foster innovation and support! ???Detroit at Newlab, Hosted by Paris Plain, founder of Ultrium Inc. ???Traverse City at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness Gym, Hosted by Broc Crandall, co-founder of Stocked ???Royal Oak at Bamboo, Hosted by Christina Fair, co-founder of Hum ???Ann Arbor at Cahoots, Hosted by Prashant Salla, co-founder of Goodhood ???Sterling Heights at Velocity, Hosted by Ryan J. LaPensee, MSQA, founder of PanOptic Quality Systems ???Grand Rapids at Start Garden, Hosted by Terra Osman, founder of Farmish, and andrea wallace, founder of Opnr ???Houghton at Michigan Tech Lakeshore Center, Hosted by Jordan Ruth Craven, founder of Sizeologic Don’t forget, our next Founders First Fridays is on?December 6th! Mark your calendar and join us for networking and support. Learn more here ???https://lnkd.in/gHRFCCve #startups #founders #Michigan
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??? Election day is just 4 days away! Do you have your voting plan ready? Check out early voting options and find your polling location here ?? https://lnkd.in/dZ9xpXD Big shoutout to Politics on the Go (POGO), founded by MFF member Arabia Simeon! POGO is committed to making sure you're voting informed by offering accessible, transparent tools to help you plan, learn about candidates, and take action. They provide voter-friendly, non-partisan resources designed for personalized civic engagement. Download the app today ???https://lnkd.in/gMrurvFJ?and go vote!
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???TOMORROW!?Don’t miss out on Founders First Friday on?November 1st! Join high-growth founders across Michigan as they share challenges, exchange advice, and build lasting connections. Check out the locations below, and be sure to RSVP! ? Detroit at Newlab, Hosted by Achsha Jones, founder of TripSlip ??Traverse City at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness Gym, Hosted by Broc Crandall, co-founder of Stocked ??Royal Oak at Bamboo, Hosted by Christina Fair, co-founder of Hum ? Ann Arbor at Cahoots, Hosted by Prashant Salla, co-founder of Goodhood ? Sterling Heights at Velocity, Hosted by Ryan J. LaPensee, MSQA, founder of PanOptic Quality Systems ? Grand Rapids at Start Garden, Hosted by Terra Osman, founder of Farmish, and andrea wallace, founder of Opnr ? Houghton at The Lakeshore Center, Hosted by Jordan Ruth Craven, founder of Sizeologic Last chance to register ???https://lnkd.in/gTpryNT7 #FoundersFirstFridays #MFF #Founders #Michigan #Startups
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What an incredible experience at Michigan Tech Week 2024! The energy, innovation, and community support were truly inspiring as entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators from all across Michigan came together in Detroit. Michigan's tech and startup scene is here to make a powerful impact, and it’s only getting started! Thank you to the hundreds of founders who participated by attending, presenting, pitching, mentoring, judging, hosting dinners and meet-ups, screening films, displaying products, and just overall representing the talent in our state! For those who couldn’t make it, stay tuned—Michigan Tech Week will keep sharing stories, highlights, and inspiring content through their LinkedIn and newsletter. Sign up there to catch the latest updates and witness firsthand how Michigan’s entrepreneurial spirit continues to grow! #MiTechWeek
Earlier this month Michigan Tech Week 2024 brought the center of our entrepreneurial worlds to Michigan Central in Detroit - and y’all certainly showed up from across both peninsulas! Driven by a Michigan Founders Fund-led coalition of those committed to our state, this founder-focused agenda lifted, awarded, and showcased hundreds of innovators with stories to tell and businesses that are both thriving and improving conditions for our people, places, and planet. Thousands engaged in programming alongside two dozen other incredible events in the region. So if you didn’t know, now you know - Michigan tech and innovation is here in a huge way! #MiTechWeek So many great people put this together in short order (THANK YOU!!) and special thanks to all our sponsors, staff, and organizers —> https://lnkd.in/gz-eN7ax Fox2News: Onsite Michigan Central @ MTW —> https://lnkd.in/gmgYJ6qe Crain’s: MTW Investing in Michigan —> https://lnkd.in/gF5MrAYi MTW: Newsletter Sign-up —> https://lnkd.in/gbp-FgAc
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???THIS FRIDAY!?Don’t forget to register for Founders First Friday on?November 1st. High-growth founders across Michigan are coming together to share challenges, give advice, and build meaningful connections. Check out these locations and RSVP today! ? Detroit at Newlab, Hosted by Achsha Jones, founder of TripSlip ? Traverse City at ELEV8 Climbing and Fitness Gym, Hosted by Broc Crandall, co-founder of Stocked ? Royal Oak at Bamboo, Hosted by Christina Fair, co-founder of Hum ? Ann Arbor at Cahoots, Hosted by Prashant Salla, co-founder of Goodhood ??Sterling Heights at Velocity, Hosted by Ryan J. LaPensee, MSQA, founder of PanOptic Quality Systems ? Grand Rapids at Start Garden, Hosted by Terra Osman, founder of @Farmish, and andrea wallace, founder of Opnr ??Houghton at The Lakeshore Center, Hosted by Jordan Ruth Craven, founder of Sizeologic Register now ???https://lnkd.in/gTpryNT7 #FoundersFirstFridays #MFF #Founders #Michigan #Startups
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