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Alain Rothstein
Partner at Atlas Innovate
Alain Rothstein is a Partner at Atlas Innovate, where he leads the company's direct venture investments.1 His career in the investment and business development field spans several years, showcasing a diverse range of experiences and expertise.
Professional Background
Prior to his role at Atlas Innovate, Alain held the position of Operating Partner at Atlas Holdings LLC.14 During his time there, he assisted with pre-investment due diligence and post-investment operations. In 2016, he served as Chief Restructuring Officer for a successful acquisition and turnaround of one of New York City's largest building erectors by Atlas Holdings LLC.1
Alain's career began as an analyst at Interlaken Capital, a middle-market private equity firm. He later became a Principal at Vicente Capital, focusing on venture capital investments and lower middle market buyouts.1
Current Responsibilities
At Atlas Innovate, Alain's primary focus is on direct venture investments.13 His role involves:
- Sourcing and evaluating investment opportunities
- Assessing potential operational synergies with Atlas Holdings LLC portfolio companies
- Overseeing investments in third-party venture capital funds on behalf of the family office of Atlas Holdings LLC co-founders1
Board Positions and Education
Alain has held several board positions throughout his career, including:
- CaseStack (acquired by Hub Group)
- Rayne Water (acquired by Advent)
- Bomoda (co-founder; acquired by Weber Shandwick)
- X2F
- Modumetal13
He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania.12
Additional Roles
In addition to his primary role at Atlas Innovate, Alain also serves as a mentor at Techstars, a position he has held since 2021.4
Alain Rothstein's career demonstrates a history of investing in and building businesses for sustained long-term growth.2 His expertise spans various industrial verticals, allowing him to contribute significantly to Atlas Innovate's mission of helping companies rapidly scale and deploy technology that delivers meaningful value for customers.1
