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Michigan Rise is a venture capital firm and a subsidiary of the Michigan State University Research Foundation, established in 1973. The firm focuses on advancing economic development through technology commercialization and provides early-stage funding to Michigan-based startups. It collaborates with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to support local entrepreneurs.
Michigan Rise invests in early-stage technology startups across sectors such as AgTech, HealthTech, CleanTech, energy, education, and workforce software. The firm typically engages with pre-seed to seed+ stage companies, aiming to connect founders with essential resources and support to scale their businesses effectively.
Michigan Rise has backed several notable startups, including 86Repairs, a platform for restaurant equipment repair and maintenance; BridgeCare Technologies, a chat-based coaching platform; and Shifty, which focuses on improving training and retention for restaurant teams.
To pitch Michigan Rise, email your deck to info@michiganrise.com.
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