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Michael Stothard
Principal at firstminute capital
Kensington, England
Overview
Michael Stothard is currently the Principal at firstminute capital in Kensington, England, specializing in investing in companies at various stages, particularly in Generative Tech/AI and Developer Tools sectors. With a Master's degree from the University of Cambridge, he has a strong background in journalism, having worked as a correspondent for Financial Times in multiple locations and later founding Sifted as Editor, showcasing his expertise in both journalism and venture capital investment.
Work Experience
Principal
2022 - Current
Investor
2023
Board Member
2022
Board Member
2022
Board Member
2022 - 2024
Founding Editor
2019 - 2022
Editor of Sifted, the FT-backed new media group where we’re taking a fresh look at Europe’s startup and tech world, and building a diverse readership and community of founders, investors, innovators, thinkers and makers. We want to become the essential, trusted and independent resource for European tech.
Madrid Correspondent
2017 - 2019
Paris Correspondent
2013 - 2017
Capital Markets Correspondent
2012 - 2013
Nordic Correspondent
2011 - 2012
Markets Reporter
2010 - 2011
Education
Master's degree
2007 - 2010