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Michigan Capital Network

Michigan Capital Network, based in Michigan, backs Pre-Seed and Seed startups as a lead investor, with a generalist focus and $250M+ across five funds.

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Entry stagePre-seed, Seed
Check sizen/a
Leads roundsYes
FocusGeneralist
Latest fund$250M+ AUM across 5 funds
Investing team7 peopleNo activity since Sep

Who you would pitch at Michigan Capital Network

7 people on the investing team, 3 of them partners who can make the call. Partners are listed first.

Dale Grogan
Dale GroganManaging PartnerHe previously spent 13 years at Charter Capital Partners.
Jody Vanderwel
Jody VanderwelFounding Partner
Paul D'Amato
Paul D'AmatoCEO & Founding PartnerHe has over 30 years of experience in business strategy, operations, marketing, and information technology.
Jenni Li
Jenni LiSenior PrincipalShe has worked at the firm for six years and holds a Ph.D.
Abid AliPrincipal
Abiola Olatoye
Abiola OlatoyeAssociate
Simran Kalra
Simran KalraInvestment AnalystShe is listed among the team members on the firm's website.

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Before you pitch

How to reach them[email protected]

Notable investments

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In their words

Michigan Capital Network | Venture Capital & Angel InvestingMichigan Angel Investors, one of Michigan's most active capital networks aims to establish world-class enterprises & entrepreneurial talent.michigancapitalnetwork.com
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On these lists

Seed investors in United States2836Pre-seed investors in United States1561Seed investors in Michigan12Pre-seed investors in Michigan10Seed investors3020Pre-seed investors1696

Questions

What stage does Michigan Capital Network invest in?

Michigan Capital Network reports entry at pre-seed, seed.

How much does Michigan Capital Network invest?

Michigan Capital Network has not reported a check size.

Does Michigan Capital Network lead rounds?

Yes. Michigan Capital Network says it can lead.

Who are the partners at Michigan Capital Network?

Dale Grogan (Managing Partner), Jody Vanderwel (Founding Partner), Paul D'Amato (CEO & Founding Partner).

Is Michigan Capital Network active right now?

No recent activity since September 2026.

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