Hello, I'm Mike, an entrepreneur dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and reshaping industries globally. My journey spans leadership roles in program management at Amazon, Microsoft, The Spur Group, and 500 Global, where I honed my skills in driving innovation and strategic growth.Currently, I am pioneering the venture capital and startup ecosystem with Upward Innovators. Our firm specializes in crafting and nurturing Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), founder-centric funds, and venture builders that support early-stage startups. We are committed to integrating financial gains with progress in critical areas such as climate action, gender equality, and sustainable development. By combining rigorous financial strategies with a strong ethical foundation, we stand out in the venture capital landscape.Upward Innovators is structured into five distinct business units:Programs: Including accelerators and Impact Innovators, designed to foster innovation and growth.Advisory/Venture Builders: Focusing on sweat equity advising, offering hands-on support to startups and entrepreneurs.Venture Capital: Our core investment arm funding and supporting early-stage ventures.Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV): Creating specialized investment vehicles tailored to unique opportunities.Commodities Trading: Engaging in trading commodities such as cashews, rice, salt, magnesium, copper, petroleum, fruits/vegetables, and marble/granite.At Upward Innovators, we believe in the power of entrepreneurship to drive positive change and are dedicated to supporting the next generation of innovators poised to make a significant impact on the world.