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Key people at Michigan Capital Network.
Michigan Capital Network functions as an early-stage investment management firm, providing capital and strategic support to innovative companies within Michigan. It actively manages investment funds to back entrepreneurial talent and foster the growth of high-potential ventures. The firm positions itself as a consistent and engaged investment partner within the regional innovation ecosystem.
Founded by Paul D'Amato and Jody Vanderwel, Michigan Capital Network was established based on the insight that robust early-stage capital and mentorship were crucial for Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Their vision aimed to cultivate a strong network for investment and company building, creating pathways for local innovation to thrive and reach market success.
The firm serves early-stage companies and entrepreneurs seeking capital and guidance to scale their businesses. Michigan Capital Network's vision is to build world-class companies and cultivate entrepreneurial talent, contributing to the economic development of the region by backing promising ventures and supporting their journey from ideation to market leadership.
Key people at Michigan Capital Network.
Michigan Capital Network has 5 tracked investments across 5 companies. The latest tracked deal is $5.0M Seed in FluxWorks in January 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | FluxWorks | $5.0M Seed | Scout Ventures | — |
| Dec 6, 2023 | Poppy Flowers | $6.5M Series A | Michigan Capital Network | Angeles Investors, Front Porch Ventures, IDEA Fund Partners, Riptide Ventures, Techstars |
| Sep 20, 2022 | Movellus | $23.0M Series B | — | Accelerate Blue Fund, Candou Ventures, HUI Capital, IN Q TEL, Intel Capital, Edward Chyau, Heejin Chung, Stata Venture Partners |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Wedge | $2.0M Series U | — | RED Cedar Ventures, Y Combinator, Michigan Rise, Northgate Holdings |
| Oct 12, 2021 | Akadeum Life Sciences | $17.5M Series B | DAN Kidle | Agilent Technologies, Beringea, Berkeley Catalyst Fund, BlueStone Venture Partners, Lifespan Vision Ventures, Michigan Rise, University OF Michigan |