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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

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