Hi, I'm Michi Yamamoto - Co-Founder at Midtown Show
I am driven by the challenge of building software that solves genuine problems. I thrive when blending complex technical architecture with creative vision, whether building startups or backing bold founders.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Contributed to high-scale software development for over 16 years at Google.
Currently co-founding startups and actively investing in the AI and creator economy sectors.
Can provide expert guidance on software architecture, AI integration, and startup product strategy.
🚀 Career trajectory
The Google Years
Spent over 16 years as a developer honing expertise in high-scale systems.
✦ Software Development
✦ Large-Scale Systems
Founding & Investing
Transitioned to entrepreneurship and private investment to pursue direct impact.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ Private Investor
💪🏻 Superpowers
Full-Stack Architect
Engineering platforms from core backend to user-facing experiences.
✦ Architects scalable software using Swift, Kotlin, and React.
✦ Integrates LLMs and machine learning into user-centric interfaces.
✦ Optimizes audio and video processing for high-performance applications.
Venture Builder
Identifying and backing the next wave of high-impact founders.
✦ Evaluates early-stage startups in AI and digital media.
✦ Provides strategic capital to founders building in the creator economy.
✦ Identifies market gaps using advanced process mining and analytics.
Product Strategist
Converting user pain points into robust technical roadmaps.
✦ Aligns complex software development with core business goals.
✦ Translates data science insights into actionable user experience features.
✦ Manages cross-functional product development cycles from concept to launch.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring strategic partnerships for current venture projects.
✦ Connecting with founders building in the agentic AI landscape.
✦ Contributing to high-growth communities focused on technical innovation.
I can help with
✦ Advising on technical architecture and product roadmap strategy.
✦ Mentoring developers on transitioning into entrepreneurship and leadership.
✦ Evaluating potential venture deals within the creator economy space.
I would love your help on
✦ Learning about emerging trends in decentralized content platforms.
✦ Identifying peer groups interested in advanced agentic AI development.
✦ Discovering new opportunities for collaboration in digital media innovation.