Joseph Michael is a seasoned startup professional with a diverse background spanning across various fields. He is currently leading Stripe's startup and VC partnerships for Northern Europe, leveraging his extensive experience in working with startups to generate mutual growth opportunities.

Before joining Stripe, Joseph held several key positions including being an angel investor at Trail, a VC and private equity consultant at Nordic Tech Sourcing, and serving as the COO of Stockholm IT Region. He also founded TVM DOOH and held a crucial role of the founding team's CMO. Additionally, Joseph served as the head of Startups/Tech - City of Stockholm at Invest Stockholm, where he provided valuable insight into the Nordics' startup scene.

Joseph's academic background is equally diverse, studying International Business at Harvard University, an MBA at Hawaii Pacific University and a BSc in Computer Science at Jönköping University. His multidisciplinary outlook has helped him build a versatile repertoire of skills and expertise.

Overall, Joseph is a well-rounded professional who has established himself as a thought leader in the startup & venture capital ecosystem. His expertise in the field, coupled with his experience in working with diverse stakeholders, make him a valuable asset to any organization he works for.