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Michael Vergura

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Smart Money Rating: 94 out of 100

Partner, Backswing Ventures

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Backswing Ventures
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About

Mike is passionate about investing in and overseeing the growth of early-stage companies. He was one of the original investors in Backswing’s Fund I and became a Partner during the formation of Fund II. Mike is involved in all aspects of the Fund’s operation, from fundraising to investment selection. Before joining Backswing, Mike enjoyed a 30-year career as a commercial real estate underwriter and lender with investment and commercial banks, including Lehman Brothers, Capital One, and PNC Bank. He has been involved in alternative investments for over 10 years.

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Mike holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Business Administration in Finance from the Stern School of Business at New York University.Source (opens in a new tab)

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