Michigan Capital Network
Angel networkGrand Rapids Β· Pre-SeedβSeed Β· 18 people tracked
Investment thesis
Michigan Capital Network invests in capital-efficient early-stage enterprises with the goal of transforming seed-stage ideas into world-class businesses. The firm leverages financial, intellectual, and networking resources to support entrepreneurs across Michigan and the Midwest region, emphasizing collaboration within the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and long-term portfolio company success.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team Β· 18 people
from the firm's websiteMeagan Malm joined Michigan Capital Network in 2020 and was promoted to Partner following demonstrated success in investment activities and operations across the organization.
What they invest in
from 8 of 42 portfolio companiesDeep Tech Γ4Healthtech Γ3Medical Devices Γ3Advanced Manufacturing Γ2SaaS Γ2AI & Machine Learning Γ1B2B Marketplaces Γ1Biotech Γ1
HQs:United StatesΓ8United KingdomΓ1
Investments Β· 42 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAkadeum manufactures GMP-compliant ancillary materials for cell and gene therapy applications, specializing in microbubble-based negative selection products. The company serves research, clinical trial, and therapeutic manufacturing environments requiring regulated cell separation products.
Advanced ManufacturingBiotechDeep TechHealthtechMedical DevicesAnn Arbor, US
BlastPoint provides an AI-driven customer intelligence platform that unifies data across utility and financial systems to generate predictive insights for customer behavior. The platform helps utilities, financial institutions, and service providers improve customer engagement, optimize program adoption, and reduce churn through personalized outreach based on household-level predictions.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureEnterprise Software
HAAS Alert operates a vehicle-to-everything (V2X) platform that delivers real-time safety alerts to drivers about roadway hazards, emergency vehicles, and roadside workers. The platform serves emergency responders, roadway fleets, and motorists to reduce collisions and injuries.
IoTLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationSaaSChicago, US
Cory Hohs(Co-founder & CEO)Noah Levens(Co-founder)Jigar Patel(Co-founder)
Histosonics develops histotripsy technology, a non-invasive ultrasound-based treatment modality for physicians to use in clinical procedures. The company aims to bring this novel therapeutic approach to patients worldwide.
Deep TechHealthtechMedical Devices
MITO Material Solutions develops patented hybrid additive technology that enhances fiber-reinforced composites and thermoplastics by functionalizing materials like graphene oxide and biomaterials, serving the manufacturing industry. The platform improves strength, durability, flexibility, and sustainability without requiring changes to existing manufacturing processes.
Advanced ManufacturingCleantechClimate TechDeep TechNew MaterialsStillwater, US
PhotoniCare develops OtoSight, an FDA-cleared optical coherence tomography device for non-invasive assessment and monitoring of middle ear infections in healthcare facilities. The technology is designed for physicians treating ear-related conditions and offers improved accuracy over traditional otoscope methods.
Deep TechDigital HealthHealthtechMedical DevicesDurham, US
Ryan Shelton(CEO)
Poppy provides an online marketplace for wedding florals, connecting couples directly with independent floral designers and farms to reduce costs and increase design flexibility. The company emphasizes sustainable sourcing and eco-conscious practices in the wedding flowers supply chain.
B2B MarketplacesConsumerDirect to ConsumerMarketplacesWashington, US
Provides case management software, participant app, and hardware-free monitoring for justice and behavioral health programs to support recovery and reentry.
SupportPay builds a product for co-parents, caregivers, and families affected by divorce to manage support-related matters. The company serves individuals navigating family dynamics and financial arrangements.
FintechSaaS
Sheri Atwood(Founder & CEO)
Board seats Β· per SEC filings Β· 3
what is this? β$2.1M raise Β· filed Jan 2026 Β· via Paul D'Amato
$7.2M raise Β· filed Apr 2025 Β· via Paul D'Amato
$3.1M raise Β· filed Jul 2022 Β· via Jody G. Vanderwel
Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D β public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Michigan Capital Network invest at?
- Michigan Capital Network invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Michigan Capital Network focus on?
- Michigan Capital Network focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Michigan Capital Network located?
- Michigan Capital Network is headquartered in Grand Rapids, US.
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