Mike Asem

Mike Asem is a passionate entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as a Founding Partner at M25, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage, tech-enabled startups in the Midwest. With previous leadership roles such as Director of Collaborative Relationships at Purdue Research Foundation and founder of The Anvil, a nonprofit fostering entrepreneurship at Purdue University, they have dedicated much of their career to empowering startups and developing meaningful connections within the entrepreneurial community. In addition to their current role, Mike holds board positions at multiple organizations, including ScriptDrop and Civic Eagle, and is an active fellow in the Kauffman Fellows program. They continue their education with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations & Rhetorical Advocacy at Purdue University.