As the Executive Director of the North Texas Angel Network, Mike leads one of the region’s most active groups of early-stage investors, dedicated to supporting high-growth startups across Texas and beyond. He collaborates closely with founders and angel investors to source, evaluate, and fund promising seed-stage companies, while also strengthening the North Texas startup ecosystem.

Prior to joining NTAN, Mike worked with Plug and Play Tech Center in McKinney, focusing on connecting Fortune 1000 corporations with emerging technologies through accelerator programs and venture partnerships. He has also managed an early-stage innovation fund aimed at attracting and supporting technology companies that drive job creation and economic growth in the region.

With a background that includes founding a manufacturing company in college and serving as a squad leader in the Marine Corps, Mike is passionate about helping entrepreneurs navigate the early stages of building their companies. He also dedicates his time as a mentor in various tech support organizations and accelerators throughout the D/FW area.