Michael Atkinson

Michael L Atkinson is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor with extensive experience in the restaurant and foodservice sectors. As the founder and partner of ARI Venture Studio and Bailiwick Ventures, Atkinson drives innovation by providing strategic guidance to startups and investing in various industries, including private equity and restaurant technology. Notable ventures include co-founding Club Kokomo Spirits, serving as executive chairman of VoiceStar, and founding the pioneering online community FOHBOH. Atkinson has also contributed as a mentor to startups at Blue Startups and held significant roles in organizations developing restaurant technology solutions. With a career spanning over four decades, Atkinson combines a strong educational background from the University of Nevada, Reno, and experience in financial management within the restaurant industry.