Mikhail Sklyarov

Chapter Director

2024 - Current

Networking & Community Building: Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders in the startup ecosystem, including investors, mentors, and industry leaders to provide unparalleled support and opportunities to our members. Investment Strategy: Guiding local startups through the investment process, from pitch preparation to funding, leveraging Expert DOJO's expansive network and resources. Program Development: Designing and executing programs that address the unique challenges faced by startups, providing them with the tools to grow and scale in a competitive market. Leadership & Mentorship: Providing mentorship to budding entrepreneurs, ensuring they receive the guidance necessary to flourish.

Fundraising mentor

2023

I mentor founders and innovators on ways and strategies to fund their venture. Specific topics include funding strategy development, pitch preparation, due diligence guidance, target investor connections and term sheet negotiation support. The mentorship program is a valuable resource offered at the Polsky Center in which entrepreneurs and business owners meet one-on-one meetings with industry leaders. Originally established at Chicago Booth in 1998, the Polsky Center has provided over two decades of venture support for students interested in entrepreneurship and robust training for students interested in pursuing a career in venture capital and private equity.

Co-Founder

2023

Co-Founder

2021

Spinnaker DAO is community asset management platform executing multiple strategies which benefit from growing blockchain ecosystem.

Angel Investor

2021

Artificial intelligence platform for OTC (optical coherence tomography) scan analysis and detection of 100+ retina pathologies. The system is fully GDPR compliant, have a CE certificate and FDA clearance is in progress.

Managing Partner

2018

• Leading deal origination, due diligence and closing, investor relations and syndicates, organization of pitch events, mentorship, and global expansion. • Chicago Booth Angels Network of Russia (CAN Russia) is a Moscow-based angel investing network with global outreach founded by Chicago Booth alumni. CAN Russia is affiliated with a London-based CAN. CAN deployed $4mn+ in early stage capital to 30+ early stage ventures.

Chief Financial Officer Russia & CIS

2019 - 2020

Chief Financial Officer

2017 - 2018

General manager

2015 - 2016

Executive director

2012 - 2015

- Finance - Legal - IT - HR - Administration

CFO

2011 - 2012