Michigan Capital Network Venture
Emerging managerBuilt from this firm's Form D filings. The firm files no SEC adviser report.
- HQ
- MI
Michigan Capital Network Venture connects accredited investors with high-potential early-stage companies, offering curated opportunities to support innovation while generating meaningful returns. Its team is led by Paul D'Amato, CEO and Founding Partner, alongside Jody Vanderwel and Dale Grogan. Portfolio companies include Accelerated Filtration, Akadeum Life Sciences, BlastPoint, and ProvenAir.
New fund likely raising soon
The firm's newest fund is 4 to 7 years past its first sale and no newer Form D has been filed.
01 · Says / Does
| Tag | Says | Does |
|---|---|---|
| Stages | Not stated | Not enough dated deals |
| Sectors | Agtech, Manufacturing | Not enough dated deals |
| Regions | MI | Not enough dated deals |
Says: what the firm's funds state. Does: from 0 dated deals in the last 24 months.
02 · Fund history
| Fund | Year | Size | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Capital Network Venture Fund IV, LP Michigan Capital Network invests in early-stage startups, especially capital-efficient companies in Michigan and the Midwest. Its focus areas include life sciences, advanced manufacturing, advanced agriculture, and software and IT. It also offers its network of accredited investors curated opportunities. Inferred from the firm's website | 2022 | $37.5M to $50M (Form D) | Late investment period |
03 · People across funds
- Dale Grogan, Managing Partner
Michigan Capital Network Venture Fund IV, LP (Named on Form D)
- Jody Vanderwel, Founding Partner
Michigan Capital Network Venture Fund IV, LP (Named on Form D)
- Paul D'Amato
Michigan Capital Network Venture Fund IV, LP (Named on Form D)
- Abiola Olatoye, Associate
- Jenni Li, Senior Principal
- Khushi Gupta, Investment Analyst
- Lynn Bishop, Operating Partner
- Meagan Malm, Partner & Director of Operations
- Paul D’Amato, CEO & Founding Partner
- Simran Kalra, Investment Analyst
04 · Recent deals
No dated deals found yet.
05 · Latest from the firm
No news from the firm's website yet.
06 · Sources
- https://michigancapitalnetwork.com
- https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/contact/
- https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/team/
- https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/portfolio/
- https://michigancapitalnetwork.com/
Fund dates and sizes are from SEC Form D filings.
Last verified: Oct 28, 2026