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Michael Aquino
Vice President at Carnrite Ventures
Michael Aquino is a Vice President at Carnrite Ventures, a venture capital firm based in Houston, Texas.14 He joined the company in September 2020 and has been in this role for over 3 years.3
Professional Background
Prior to joining Carnrite Ventures, Michael held the following positions:
- Associate at Carnelian Energy Capital from July 2018 to September 20203
- Investment Banking Analyst at Evercore from February 2015 to July 20183
Education
Michael Aquino holds two degrees from Rice University:
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Rice Business - Jones Graduate School of Business (2020-2022)3
- Bachelor of Arts in Sports Medicine from the Weiss School of Natural Sciences (2010-2014)3
Current Role
At Carnrite Ventures, Michael focuses on:
- Transaction due diligence
- Analytics and execution
- Monitoring active portfolio companies1
The firm invests in early-stage software businesses across the United States, with nearly $15 million in assets under management.3 They primarily target pre-seed to Series A venture opportunities in energy and climate technology, as well as healthcare technology businesses.4
Skills and Expertise
Michael Aquino is known for his:
- Strategic thinking
- Vast understanding of finance and investment
- Ability to guide stakeholders in investment management
His experience spans private equity, investment banking, and management consulting, particularly in the energy sector.2
