J. Michael Cline's Site

Under the guidance of founding Managing Partner J. Michael Cline, its board, and its deeply experienced executive team, Accretive LLC has excelled in investment in the software, IT services, and business process outsourcing markets. Throughout the firm’s history, J. Michael Cline has supported Accretive LLC’s mission of adding value to its partner companies through recruitment, increased liquidity, and other services, in addition to investment. Without interfering in day-to-day operations, J. Michael Cline and Accretive LLC team members enhance each client's overall efficiency and profitability. The Accretive LLC portfolio now includes companies like Accretive Commerce, Accretive Health, Arise (formerly Willow CSN), and Fandango, all of which lead their respective markets. A talented entrepreneur who is deeply familiar with all aspects of business development, J. Michael Cline previously held the position of General Partner at General Atlantic Partners (GAP). In addition, J. Michael Cline founded AMC, a software outfit later sold to Legent Corporation. J. Michael Cline has also served as an Associate at world-renowned consulting firm McKinsey and Company. Demonstrating his concern for the environment, J. Michael Cline is a Trustee of Panthera, a partner organization of the Wildlife Conservation Society. J. Michael Cline works with Panthera to protect endangered wild cat species and is Chair of the group’s Tigers Forever program. Other nonprofit groups receiving J. Michael Cline’s time and energy include the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

In 1984, the United States Congress created the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) with the aim of utilizing public funds for the most important conservation efforts. By coordinating a network of individuals, foundations, government... more

Stanford's Entrepreneur Corner: Michael Cline, Accretive, LLC - How Much Money to Raise?

Michael Cline and Jason Green, Founding Partners at Accretive Technology Partners and Emergence Capital respectively, argue that when raising money, entrepreneurs should raise enough money to get past essential proof points in the business.... more