Michael Chiang

Michael joined the SBDC in 2019 as the Technology Entrepreneur-in-Residence after eight years in consumer tech, including both hardware and mobile app startups. He co-founded FitBark, an animal health company that makes wearable technology for dogs.  Michael has successful experience raising money through Kickstarter as well as through the Sprint Mobile Health Accelerator powered by Techstars.  He also created MatchPuppy, which received national press coverage as the OkCupid for dog playdates, and has launched multiple apps that have acquired millions of users and are frequently ranked as a top 50 most popular iOS App. His latest venture, Joyride, was the first-ever game built for Uber rides. Michael is a student of lean methodologies and has helped advise many startups on product, growth, and fundraising.