A former software business CFO, Mike is a venture capital attorney who primarily works with entrepreneurs and start-ups. He routinely advises eSports ventures, medical-technology companies, software-as-a-service (SaaS) providers, ASPs, MSPs, and CRM software providers. Mike serves as Barclay Damon’s Corporate Practice Area co-chair and co-team leader of the manufacturing team as well as being a member of the firm’s IT Committee. Prior to Barclay Damon, Mike was most recently an executive of a leading, award-winning SaaS legal-practice-management platform provider.
Mike’s entrepreneurial background complements his legal skills in representing businesses and business owners in all stages of growth. He assists with operational scaling issues; team building; executive compensation; and incentive compensation, including incentive stock option (ISO) and non-qualified option (NSO) equity incentive plans (EIPs). Mike often works with the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA) document package in connection with seed, angel, and later-stage financings and serves on several advisory boards.
Mike has helped companies close several merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions and raise millions in investment capital. His clients—including a 43North start-up contest winner—span industries and are involved with application software development, cryptocurrency mining, portable electric power, advanced weapon technology, and entertainment.
Mike’s hands-on experience—including his own personal experience as an entrepreneur—provides his clients with unique advantages and industry contacts. He uses his business-focused perspective and knowledge of accounting, financial reporting, complex forecasting, KPIs, and other business analytics to provide practical, value-additive solutions to both legal and business challenges.