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In this episode, David Washburn talks with Jeff Wesley, Executive Director of Ventures at the MSU Research Foundation, about the rapid growth of venture creation and early-stage investing across Michigan.
Jeff shares updates on the Conquer Accelerator’s 10-year milestone, recent sector-based and regional cohorts, and partnerships with Henry Ford Health, Michigan Virtual, and MSU Federal Credit Union. He discusses how these programs are attracting startups from across the country and helping founders connect with customers, capital, and mentors.
The conversation also explores the Foundation’s growing investment activity, recent exits—including ATLAS Space Operations, FirstIgnite, and TheraB—and what they signal for Michigan’s innovation economy, along with a preview of the PitchMI Championship on April 7 at Grewal Hall.
Host: David Washburn
Guests: Jeff Wesley (Executive Director of Ventures, MSU Research Foundation)
Producers: Jenna McNamara and Doug Snitgen
Music: "Devil on Your Shoulder" by Will Harrison, licensed via Epidemic Sound
Stay connected with the MSU Research Foundation by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our email newsletters.
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In this episode, David Washburn talks with Jeff Wesley, Executive Director of Ventures at the MSU Research Foundation, about the rapid growth of venture creation and early-stage investing across Michigan.
Jeff shares updates on the Conquer Accelerator’s 10-year milestone, recent sector-based and regional cohorts, and partnerships with Henry Ford Health, Michigan Virtual, and MSU Federal Credit Union. He discusses how these programs are attracting startups from across the country and helping founders connect with customers, capital, and mentors.
The conversation also explores the Foundation’s growing investment activity, recent exits—including ATLAS Space Operations, FirstIgnite, and TheraB—and what they signal for Michigan’s innovation economy, along with a preview of the PitchMI Championship on April 7 at Grewal Hall.
Host: David Washburn
Guests: Jeff Wesley (Executive Director of Ventures, MSU Research Foundation)
Producers: Jenna McNamara and Doug Snitgen
Music: "Devil on Your Shoulder" by Will Harrison, licensed via Epidemic Sound
Stay connected with the MSU Research Foundation by following us on LinkedIn or subscribing to our email newsletters.