Investors & Partners at Forum Ventures (fka Accelprise)

Bocar Dia

Managing Director, Forum Ventures (fka Accelprise)

Bocar Dia is a Managing Director at Forum Ventures (formerly known as Accelprise), a venture capital firm focused on identifying and scaling innovative technology companies. With expertise spanning enterprise software, artificial intelligence, fintech, and SaaS solutions, Dia brings a strategic investment perspective to emerging market opportunities. As a key member of the Forum Ventures investment team, he evaluates promising startups and growth-stage companies across multiple sectors, leveraging deep industry knowledge to support portfolio companies in achieving meaningful outcomes. Dia's focus on transformative technologies positions him at the intersection of enterprise modernization and financial innovation, where he identifies companies poised to reshape their respective industries.

Jonah Midanik

COO & General Partner, Forum Ventures (fka Accelprise)

Jonah Midanik is Chief Operating Officer and General Partner at Forum Ventures, formerly known as Accelprise. In his dual leadership role, he oversees operational strategy while actively sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities across the firm's core focus areas. Midanik specializes in enterprise software, artificial intelligence, financial technology, and SaaS companies, leveraging deep expertise to identify and support high-growth technology ventures. His work at Forum Ventures involves building scalable businesses and fostering innovation within these dynamic sectors. As a General Partner, he plays a key role in shaping the firm's investment thesis and portfolio strategy, combining operational excellence with venture capital acumen to drive value creation for both portfolio companies and investors.

Mike Cardamone

CEO & General Partner, Forum Ventures (fka Accelprise)

Mike Cardamone is CEO and General Partner at Forum Ventures, formerly known as Accelprise. He leads the firm's investment strategy and portfolio development across a diverse range of technology sectors. With a focus on enterprise software, artificial intelligence, fintech, and SaaS solutions, Cardamone identifies and supports innovative companies poised for significant growth and market impact. His expertise spans multiple high-growth technology verticals, enabling him to provide strategic guidance and operational support to portfolio companies navigating complex scaling challenges. Through his leadership at Forum Ventures, Cardamone actively shapes the future of enterprise technology by backing founders and teams building transformative solutions. His professional network and investment acumen make him a valuable partner for entrepreneurs seeking capital and strategic support in today's competitive venture landscape.