Michael Bloch
Partner at Quiet Capital. Investing in early-stage technology companies.
Previously: Founded Pillar (acquired by Acorns) · First 50 at DoorDash
Made it three days at Stanford GSB. Graduated from Berkeley.
Recent Writing
View all- Quartermaster: The Ocean’s Intelligence LayerMay 20, 2026
- Manifest: the Future of AI-Native Legal ServicesApr 28, 2026
- Programmable PandemicsApr 20, 2026
- Conquerors of WorldsApr 10, 2026
- Stop Building. Start Removing.Apr 5, 2026
- The Only Moats That MatterMar 30, 2026
Investing
EmailI invest in early-stage technology companies, typically writing $2-15M checks. Areas of focus include AI products & services, fintech & crypto, national security + aerospace & defense, deeptech, and more. I'm generalist at heart and love meeting founders building across sectors.
If you're raising, here's how I work with founders →
Reach out if you'd like to connect.
Reading
I love reading. Sci-fi and fantasy for fun, business and history to learn. See what I've been reading →