Mike Walsh

Mike Walsh is a General Partner at Structure Capital, a venture capital firm he co-founded in June 2013. He has a diverse background in technology and investment, having designed missile defense systems and developed air and water pollution control systems before transitioning to software sales and management. Walsh is notable for being an early investor in both Salesforce.com and Uber, which significantly contributed to his success in venture capital.13

Career Highlights

• Leverage Software: Walsh founded and served as CEO of Leverage Software, an early enterprise social networking company, from 2003 until its acquisition in 2009. This venture laid the groundwork for his future investments and entrepreneurial endeavors.23

• Structure Capital: Since its inception, Structure Capital has focused on investing in seed-stage companies that aim to create new markets or capitalize on under-utilized assets. The firm has invested in over 200 companies, including several unicorns, and emphasizes social impact alongside financial returns.14

• HiFi Labs: In addition to his role at Structure Capital, Walsh is involved with HiFi Labs, a company dedicated to identifying and developing new music artists while providing technological solutions for artist engagement and fan loyalty.12

Education

Walsh holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and an MBA from both the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and Columbia University.23

Personal Life

Walsh is also a family man, expressing pride in his two sons, Zack and Lucas. His interests extend beyond business, as he has a passion for music, which influences his work with HiFi Labs.12