Hi, I'm Michael Downing - Founding Partner at MDSV Capital
I thrive on identifying and scaling disruptive technologies and passionate founders. My career spans from co-founding impactful startups to leading venture investments, driven by a deep belief in the power of innovation to shape the future.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Co-founded and Chaired tout, a social media platform, from 2010 to 2019.
Founding Partner at MDSV Capital, investing in early-stage ventures.
Can help others by sharing expertise in hypergrowth investing and startup scaling.
🚀 Career trajectory
Incubator Co-Founder
Co-founded Kicklabs Incubator, fostering early-stage startups and laying the groundwork for entrepreneurial ventures.
✦ Incubation
✦ Startup Foundation
Social Media Platform Co-Founder
Co-founded and Chaired tout, a pioneering social media platform, driving its growth and market presence.
✦ Social Media
✦ Entrepreneurship
✦ Digital Media
Venture Capital Investor
Currently Founding Partner at MDSV Capital, focusing on early-stage venture investments and guiding emerging companies.
✦ Venture Capital
✦ Early-Stage Investing
✦ Portfolio Management
💪🏻 Superpowers
Serial Entrepreneurship to Venture Capital
Transforming startup ideas into market leaders.
✦ Co-founded Kicklabs Incubator and tout, driving product and market strategy.
✦ Transitioned to venture capital, identifying and investing in high-potential startups.
✦ Leverages deep operational experience to guide portfolio companies.
Hypergrowth Investment Strategist
Identifying and scaling promising early-stage ventures.
✦ Focuses on early-stage venture capital and emerging managers.
✦ Expertise in hypergrowth investing and identifying market opportunities.
✦ Advises on public market strategy and M&A for startups.
Digital Media and Technology Pioneer
Shaping the future of digital distribution and consumer brands.
✦ Deep experience in digital media, new media, and mobile technology.
✦ Drives innovation in digital strategy, marketing, and consumer branding.
✦ Advises on IT strategy and the development of mobile applications.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering and backing groundbreaking startups that will define future markets.
✦ Connecting with visionary founders and fellow investors to foster innovation.
✦ Exploring emerging technologies and investment opportunities in dynamic sectors.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance to early-stage companies navigating hypergrowth.
✦ Offer insights into venture capital investment strategies and market trends.
✦ Share expertise on building and scaling businesses in the digital media space.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying promising seed-stage companies with disruptive potential.
✦ Connecting with seasoned entrepreneurs and operators in the tech space.
✦ Exploring innovative business models and partnership opportunities.