Mike Provance

Mike Provance PhD is an accomplished and forward-thinking strategic leader with over 20 years of experience in business creation, innovation management, and operational leadership across B2B industries. With a strong focus on technology, data, and innovation, Mike has consistently delivered exceptional results by providing valuable insights into the future of strategy and competitiveness.

Mike's impressive track record includes the successful launch of new-to-world digital product lines for a Fortune 50 insurance and financial services company, resulting in a valuation of over $10 million in the first year of operation. Furthermore, he has displayed his ability to build strong networks, as he cultivated a network of 1,500 retailer partners within a two-year period, generating staggering transaction data feeds totaling $14 billion and achieving remarkable year-over-year revenue growth of 400%.

In addition to his strategic prowess, Mike has demonstrated his expertise in M&A and operations management. He orchestrated the sale and integration of an infrastructure and scientific services business unit of a $50 million bioinformatics company to a life sciences software firm. Furthermore, he successfully led the sale of an Indian software development subsidiary of a $600 million insurance company, ensuring a smooth transition by overseeing the integration with an offshore development company.

Mike's educational background is equally impressive, as he pursued his Bachelor of Science degree at MIT Sloan School of Management, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at The George Washington University School of Business. He further honed his skills by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Penn State Smeal MBA program, and he also holds a degree from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business.

As the Managing Partner at Alpine Growth Partners, Mike continues to apply his deep knowledge and skills to help CEOs, owners, and investors overcome barriers to growth in their technology-enabled businesses. In his previous roles as Chief Executive Officer at 3x3 Insights and Chief Operating Officer & Chief Data Officer at OneMind Health, Mike leveraged his expertise in corporate and business strategy, digital and data product innovation, as well as capital raise and sell-side M&A.

Additionally, Mike has excelled as an educator, serving as a guest lecturer and professor of New Venture Finance & Emerging Technologies at The George Washington University School of Business, as well as holding professor positions at Old Dominion University and the University of Richmond, where he taught strategy and entrepreneurship.

With a passion for strategic thinking and a keen eye for future trends, Mike possesses a unique set of skills and experiences that enable him to drive meaningful impact for his clients and the stakeholders they serve.