Daniel Kofman
Daniel Kofman

CEO

I’m Daniel, co-founder of Mara. Michael was one of our first investors. He comes to conviction quickly and with confidence. He has just enough technical background in your area to be dangerous. He’s the investor I feel most comfortable calling out of the blue to talk about just about anything. Best hype man ever. Reasonable advice always. Will let you know if you need more expertise on something than he has. Michael is super plugged into the deep tech and defense startup ecosystems, and keeps helpful introductions flowing. He’s also just delightful to know.

Daniel Kofman
Daniel Kofman

CEO

I’m Daniel, co-founder of Mara. Michael was one of our first investors. He comes to conviction quickly and with confidence. He has just enough technical background in your area to be dangerous. He’s the investor I feel most comfortable calling out of the blue to talk about just about anything. Best hype man ever. Reasonable advice always. Will let you know if you need more expertise on something than he has. Michael is super plugged into the deep tech and defense startup ecosystems, and keeps helpful introductions flowing. He’s also just delightful to know.

Oct 14, 2025

Oct 14, 2025

Ahmed shubber
Ahmed shubber

@ahmedshubber25

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@miamishor We love having you as a shareholder in Lumina
Ahmed shubber
Ahmed shubber

@ahmedshubber25

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@miamishor We love having you as a shareholder in Lumina

Jul 31, 2025

Jul 31, 2025

Chester Zelaya
Chester Zelaya

CEO

Chester Zelaya - Founder of Droneforge, We turn drones into autonomous agents capable of real actionable work. Michael is: > A true savant when it comes to finding undiscovered talent > Incredibly connected to the right people > A go-getter and someone always looking to be helpful > Highly attentive to the little details > Kind-hearted, genuine, and authentic He is a true MVP in early stage cap tables, and an indomitable teammate. Would 100000% recommend him to any early stage founder.
Chester Zelaya
Chester Zelaya

CEO

Chester Zelaya - Founder of Droneforge, We turn drones into autonomous agents capable of real actionable work. Michael is: > A true savant when it comes to finding undiscovered talent > Incredibly connected to the right people > A go-getter and someone always looking to be helpful > Highly attentive to the little details > Kind-hearted, genuine, and authentic He is a true MVP in early stage cap tables, and an indomitable teammate. Would 100000% recommend him to any early stage founder.

Jul 26, 2025

Jul 26, 2025

Joshua Voydik
Joshua Voydik

CEO & co-founder of Hero

I'm Joshua, CEO & co-founder at Hero. Michael believes deeply in every single one of his founders. He's been one of my biggest supporters and is always enthusiastic about our wins. When things are down, he is always there to support a helpful hand and lend an ear when I need to talk. You want Michael in your corner because he will be there for you when everyone else has left. Michael gets early stage, precisely because it's all about the people - all about the founders, and he relentlessly believes in his founders. I can't recommend Michael enough, and I am grateful that he took a chance on me.
Joshua Voydik
Joshua Voydik

CEO & co-founder of Hero

I'm Joshua, CEO & co-founder at Hero. Michael believes deeply in every single one of his founders. He's been one of my biggest supporters and is always enthusiastic about our wins. When things are down, he is always there to support a helpful hand and lend an ear when I need to talk. You want Michael in your corner because he will be there for you when everyone else has left. Michael gets early stage, precisely because it's all about the people - all about the founders, and he relentlessly believes in his founders. I can't recommend Michael enough, and I am grateful that he took a chance on me.

Apr 29, 2025

Apr 29, 2025

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Garrett McCurrach

CEO: Pipedream

""you'll never meet someone like Michael, both for his insight, his ability to pick winners, and just the insane amount of value he provides""

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Ritwik Pavan

Founder & CEO: Krava

""We've had a lot of great investors, and Michael just always stands out""

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Jonah Salita

Co-founder/CEO: Diall

""He's really been paramount to all the things we're building""

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Jeromy Sonne

Founder & CEO: Decibel Ads

""He can jump in and help out in all sorts of different ways""

Ori Manor Zuckerman
Ori Manor Zuckerman

Co-founder & CEO

Michael Shor is the real deal. Despite the distance (I'm based in Tel Aviv), he has always been super accessible and supportive. His business advice has been a lifesaver (multiple times) and he always brings a positive energy to the table.
Ori Manor Zuckerman
Ori Manor Zuckerman

Co-founder & CEO

Michael Shor is the real deal. Despite the distance (I'm based in Tel Aviv), he has always been super accessible and supportive. His business advice has been a lifesaver (multiple times) and he always brings a positive energy to the table.

Feb 12, 2023

Feb 12, 2023

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Bobby Gilbert

CEO FundStory

"- "of all the angels we worked with, he gets to conviction the fastest, and wires money the fastest.....his ability to make useful intros....deep product knowledge....""

Kishan Bagaria
Kishan Bagaria

Founder, Texts

Michael's been consistently helpful by providing product feedback, inviting new users, and talking to users, even before he got allocation. Would always recommend taking him on.
Kishan Bagaria
Kishan Bagaria

Founder, Texts

Michael's been consistently helpful by providing product feedback, inviting new users, and talking to users, even before he got allocation. Would always recommend taking him on.

Aug 5, 2022

Aug 5, 2022

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Cory McKane

CEO - WeStrive

""working with Michael is absolutely amazing...reaches out to people in his network and his community to try to support you...probably my favorite investor....very knowledge in pretty much about any space...super happy to have him on the cap table""

Sadya Smetana
Sadya Smetana

@SadyaSmetana

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@CoryMoelis @miamishor @irrvrntVC @miamishor seems to go above and beyond when it comes to intros and getting to the right people.
Sadya Smetana
Sadya Smetana

@SadyaSmetana

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@CoryMoelis @miamishor @irrvrntVC @miamishor seems to go above and beyond when it comes to intros and getting to the right people.

Mar 22, 2022

Mar 22, 2022

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Matt Giovanniello

CEO, Frenalytics

""saved us hours and hours of research...even when we're not actively talking with one another, Michael is always thinking about us""

Michael Sayman
Michael Sayman

@michaelsayman

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Had an amazing time catching up with @miamishor in Miami
Michael Sayman
Michael Sayman

@michaelsayman

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Had an amazing time catching up with @miamishor in Miami

Jul 15, 2022

Jul 15, 2022

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Corbin Fonville

CEO/Founder, SkillQuest

""He's been super engaged in helpful ways, particularly making introductions to other portfolio founders of his"""

Drew⚡️
Drew⚡️

@drew_bellcock

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@miamishor @Trace_Cohen Can confirm that Michael lives up the this!! Was very hospitable during Miami tech week
Drew⚡️
Drew⚡️

@drew_bellcock

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@miamishor @Trace_Cohen Can confirm that Michael lives up the this!! Was very hospitable during Miami tech week

Aug 22, 2022

Aug 22, 2022

Micah Friedland
Micah Friedland

@micahf

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@miamishor @cupazhou You’re the best kept secret in VC. LPs get in on Michael’s early funds!
Micah Friedland
Micah Friedland

@micahf

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@miamishor @cupazhou You’re the best kept secret in VC. LPs get in on Michael’s early funds!

Nov 4, 2022

Nov 4, 2022

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Annie Miller

Founder

""the type of investor entrepreneurs want..gets his hands dirty..."""

Ephraim yarmak
Ephraim yarmak

@ephraimyarmak

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@michaelsayman @miamishor Love this! @miamishor is the best - so under the radar!
Ephraim yarmak
Ephraim yarmak

@ephraimyarmak

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@michaelsayman @miamishor Love this! @miamishor is the best - so under the radar!

Jul 15, 2022

Jul 15, 2022