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Michael Stewart

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Board Observer at Neurophos
📍 San Francisco Bay Area, United States

Michael is a Managing Partner at M12, Microsofts Venture Fund, leading investments in generative AI, gaming, and deep tech. A former scientist with a PhD from Purdue University and an MBA from UC Berkeley, he leverages over 15 years of experience in the semiconductor industry to inform his investment strategy.

Outside of his venture capital role, Michael has a strong passion for video games, which influences his professional interest in creating interactive and intelligent gaming experiences. He also has a deep-rooted interest in clean energy, a field he originally intended to pursue as his lifelong career before transitioning into technology and investing.

Unique fact: Michael is a prolific inventor, holding more than 40 patents from his earlier career in technology and research.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Board Observer
Location
San Francisco Bay Area, United States
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Generative AI
Leads M12's investment thesis in this area, focusing on infrastructure and applications for efficient AI scaling and production.
AI in Gaming
Combines his personal love for video games with his investment focus, backing companies that create interactive and intelligent experiences.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Board Observer
Neurophos
12-2025
Board Observer
Cloudforce
10-2025
Board Observer
etalytics
5-2025
Board Observer
Lace Lithography
2-2025
Board Observer
nEye.ai
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Education
MBA
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
PhD
Purdue University
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