Mike Baukes, Angel Investor

Mike Baukes is Co‑Founder and CEO of UpGuard, a cybersecurity company focused on attack surface management and third‑party risk. Since 2016, he has led the firm’s growth into a trusted platform for enterprises worldwide. Previously, he co‑founded ScriptRock, an IT automation startup, after senior infrastructure and architecture roles at ANZ, ETrade*, Lloyds Banking Group, and Bankwest. His career reflects deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure, DevOps, and security, with a consistent focus on building solutions that help organizations manage complexity and reduce risk. Baukes has combined technical leadership with entrepreneurial drive, scaling companies from early stage to global adoption. As an angel investor, Mike has backed startups including Bugster, a pre‑seed investment in 2024, and Spaceship, a seed‑stage fintech in 2016. His portfolio underscores his interest in supporting founders tackling challenges in technology, security, and financial innovation.