Andrew leads with precision and depth. With a background in a Fortune 500 tech company and corporate finance, he brings strong analytical skills, clear thinking, and the ability to structure deals that make sense for both founders and investors. He focuses on diligence, financial modeling, and long term strategy.
Mike Summers is a marketing executive with deep expertise in scaling consumer brands and driving business growth. As Chief Marketing Officer at Acumen, he brings a strong background in brand strategy, digital marketing, and cross-functional execution across CPG, sports, and nonprofit sectors.
He has led marketing for major and emerging brands, including LISTERINE®, Johnson’s® Baby, and BAND-AID® at Johnson & Johnson; Slutty Vegan, one of the fastest-growing food startups in the country; and Scotch Porter, where he expanded retail presence into Target, Walmart, CVS, and Amazon while driving performance across digital and retail channels.
Mike also served as Head of Marketing & Digital at Atlanta United FC, the highest-attended team in U.S. soccer and top 10 globally, where he built the team’s digital infrastructure and led fan growth strategy. He has also led brand and marketing strategy for Black Innovation Alliance, supporting the advancement of over 100 Black-led organizations nationwide.
He lives in Atlanta with his wife and two daughters.
Theo brings discipline to execution. With a background in risk management, he excels at identifying blind spots, pressure testing ideas, and ensuring operational plans are carried through. He oversees key third party relationships and drives projects forward, making sure nothing slips through the cracks
Jason thinks in terms of growth. With experience across relationship building, operations, commercial strategy, and corporate finance, he understands how to position companies for scale. He supports founders in finding product market fit, refining the go to market plan, and telling a story that attracts capital and customers.
