Michele Sconiers

Michele Sconiers is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in law, operations, and finance, spanning over two decades in diverse corporate and legal roles. Her background includes significant contributions in investment banking at Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, as well as corporate finance at Skadden Arps. She has facilitated over $8 billion in financial transactions, including corporate mergers and the privatization of the Argentine National Airport System. bold+2

As a co-founder, CEO, and strategic advisor, Michele has played a pivotal role in numerous startups across various industry verticals including fintech, blockchain, sportstech, and telehealth. She is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Alpha Play, an invitation-only community connecting investment, entrepreneurship, and entertainment, and a Partner/Advisor at THE ALPHA 1 COLLABORATIVE. Her advisory work has involved interim C-level roles, overhauling operations, executing strategic partnerships, and securing equity and debt financing for growth. bold+3

Michele is deeply involved in the venture and entrepreneurial ecosystem as a Venture Partner at Cap Table Coalition and Head of Partnerships at Stanford Angels & Entrepreneurs of Southern California. In these roles, she actively contributes to identifying and supporting promising startups, reviewing countless pitch decks, and fostering connections between founders and investors. She also brings a strong focus on social equity, economic justice, and improving access to capital. bold+3

Her academic credentials include an AB from the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs with a focus on African American Studies, a JD from Stanford Law School, an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and a Master's degree from Stanford University Graduate School of Education. This diverse educational background underpins her multifaceted career. bold+2