This marks Michigan VCtalk's 30th episode! Podcast host Ara Topouzian has a dynamic conversation with Johnnie Turnage, Founder of <a href="https://evenscore.us/" target="_blank">EvenScore</a>, an impact-focused donation platform startup which began in 2021. Since then, Johnnie has been immersed into the Michigan founder ecosystem as an award-winning grassroots activist and tech entrepreneur. He is passionate about the entrepreneurial community and wants to give back to the community. Special thank you to <a href="https://www.michiganrise.com/" target="_blank">Michigan Rise</a> as Michigan VCtalk's podcast sponsor. For more information about Michigan Venture Capital Association: <a href="http://michiganvca.org/" target="_blank">http://michiganvca.org/</a>

Dr. Dawn Batts, Co-Founder of Commune Angels & Capital Strategist at TechTown Detroit

Michigan VCtalk is a podcast series (launched in 2020) developed by the Michigan Venture Capital Association (MVCA). Each episode will focus on guests such as investors, entrepreneurs, and other thoughtful leaders that are making a difference in the Michigan ecosystem. Hosted by Ara Topouzian, Executive Director of MVCA.