Mike Ma // Sidecut Ventures

Mike Ma is the Founder and Managing Partner at Sidecut Ventures, a pre-seed venture fund that backs “coachable superheroes” — founders tackling systemic challenges in economic mobility, digital health, climate, and education. Sidecut takes a “coach first, capital second” approach, combining investment with hands-on operational support and mentorship.

Before starting Sidecut, Mike led fintech investments at Nex Cubed and Sway Ventures, as well as deploying the HBCU Founders Fund. He has held executive operating roles at Betterment, Own Up, and Vanguard and is a twice exited founder. Mike holds a degree in Philosophy from Harvard and has also served on Professional Ski Instructors of America's National Team, working with adaptive athletes and instructors.