Venture Capital in 2025: Where Are We and Where Are We Going?

​A lot of people are saying the venture capital industry is in flux—but what does that actually mean for Michigan’s growing innovation ecosystem? What does it mean for your startup?

​To dig into all that (and more), Midwest House is bringing together two of Michigan’s most active VCs for a candid fireside chat about what they’re seeing, what they’re excited about, and what needs to change to unlock the next wave of startup growth:

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​Adrian Fortino is a General Partner at Mercury Fund and a longtime leader in Michigan VC, with deep experience investing in industrial AI and labor marketplaces.

​Camila Noordeloos is General Partner at Grand Ventures, where she backs early-stage startups across the Midwest and beyond, with a focus on B2B SaaS, fintech, supply chain, and digital health.

​Together Adrian and Camila are also Co-Founders of the Great Lake Venture Capital Summit, who's inaugural event brought over 65 fund managers together from across the region.  

​Expect real talk, bold ideas, and plenty of time for food, drinks, and good conversation with fellow founders, investors, and ecosystem builders.

​Whether you’re building, backing, or just curious about where venture is headed, come thru!!! This will be a good one!!!