Michael Wang

Professional based in Los Angeles

Michael Wang is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Roger, a consumer app designed to streamline contract management and signing processes. Launched during Y Combinator's Winter 2021 batch, Roger aims to transform traditional contract workflows into an app-like experience, significantly reducing the time needed for signatures and agreement finalization.1 2

Background and Education

Before co-founding Roger, Wang held several significant roles in finance and investment. He was a Managing Director and Head of Consumer at Newbrook Capital Advisors, focusing on long/short equity investments. His previous experience includes positions at Jericho Capital Management, Marcato Capital Management, and Warburg Pincus. Wang began his career as an Investment Banking Analyst at Citigroup.1 4

He earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics & Management from Cornell University, which provided him with a strong foundation in economic principles applicable to his later ventures in technology and finance.1

Personal Insights

Wang has expressed a passion for building tools that enhance efficiency for sales teams, reflecting his commitment to improving business processes through technology. He is based in New York City but has lived in various locations, including Seattle and San Francisco.2 4 Outside of work, he enjoys beach volleyball.2

Current Role

At Roger, Wang continues to innovate within the tech landscape, focusing on user-friendly solutions that help businesses close deals faster and more effectively. His leadership is characterized by a focus on user feedback and continuous improvement of the platform.3