1. Focus on areas of competitive advantage such as Michigan’s global leadership in the automotive industry where innovation in transportation, energy, software and materials can take advantage of existing technologies, market know-how, industry talent and potential investment synergies. 2. Establish a local venture and/or angel fund community in Michigan to scout the local deal flow … Continue reading “Five Things Entrepreneurs and Innovators Can Do To Invigorate Michigan’s Economy”
Author: Sonya Erickson
Sonya F. Erickson is a partner in Cooley Godward Kronish's Emerging Companies and Life Sciences practice groups and a member of the firm's business department. Ms. Erickson's practice encompasses the representation of emerging growth companies, established technology businesses and venture capital funds. Ms. Erickson has represented numerous clients from incorporation through private financing transactions, technology-based strategic partnerships, initial public offerings, mergers and beyond. She regularly advises boards of directors with respect to the requirements of Sarbanes-Oxley and the development and implementation of best practices in corporate governance. Representative clients of Ms. Erickson include Seattle Genetics, Celebrate Express, Varolii, Alder Biopharmaceuticals, EndoGastric Solutions, EKOS, Qpass, Ikaria, Free & Clear, Sabrix, Zonar Systems, and Zumobi. Ms. Erickson received her J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law.