Inspired by the innovative disruption of blockchain and digital currencies, Mike co-founded QUOINE with Mario. Mike brings over 22 years of experience in investments, business management, IT and venture capital across Japan, the United States, India and Southeast Asia. Prior to QUOINE, Mike was a Senior Vice President at SoftBank Group, managing its Asia operations and investments with SingTel and Bharti Group. He was also the Chief Investment Officer of Gungho Asia, the creator of Puzzle and Dragons.

Before SoftBank, Mike was a Senior Director at Globespan Capital Partners, a Palo Altobased venture capital fund with over USD1.2 billion under management. Mike holds a Bachelor of Law from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from Harvard Business School.