| 1. Michael Polansky is the son of a celebrated author who has received multiple awards for his literary contributions. |
| 2. He commenced his professional journey at Bridgewater Associates as an Investment Associate in 2006 and continued until 2009. |
| 3. Polansky held the position of CEO at Sean Parker Family Office for a significant period from 2009 to 2023, after which he was promoted to Special Advisor. |
| 4. In 2010, he partnered with Sean Parker to establish The Parker Foundation, dedicated to improving public health and civic engagement. |
| 5. He was a Principal at Founders Fund for nearly two years and has actively contributed to various philanthropic efforts, including volunteering for Wishbone.org. |
| 6. Polansky's relationship with Lady Gaga came into the spotlight during a New Year’s Eve party in Las Vegas in 2020, and they quarantined together during the pandemic. |
| 7. He has played a key role in supporting Gaga through various impactful projects, such as developing an application for the Born This Way Foundation. |
| 8. Before his relationship with Gaga, he was in a long-term relationship with Lindsay Crouse, and their engagement was publicly confirmed in April 2024. |
