Michael Maziar
Ex-Accidental Banker | Relationship Manager | GT MBA 🐝⚡
United States
Overview
Work Experience
Venture Capital Relationship Manager, National Emerging Manager Practice
2021 - 2024
Advised emerging managers on fundraising, LP relationships, fund modeling, portfolio support, deal flow, and operations. Built and implemented “Rising Tech Hub” go-to-market strategy in six metropolitan markets working across business units to advance advocacy, trust, retention, and high product penetration for firms, GPs, their portfolio companies, and founders.
Relationship Manager, Southeastern Technology Banking Group
2018 - 2021
Led southeastern early stage focus on seed through series A venture capital backed companies from Arkansas to Florida, managing a large portfolio of client relationships to maximize revenue from new business and increase or retain existing clients.
Silicon Valley Bank is a venture debt provider that focuses on the tech startup sector.
Angel Investor
2021 - 2023
As an Angel Investor I played an advisor role in creating a magical world where kids can freely learn and grow. We developed and launched our first beautiful space, real-world experiences, and a supportive community to nurture children's development and creativity.
Investor Relations Manager
2017 - 2018
Established Investor Relations program at a globally top ranked technology incubator founded in 1980 by curating deal flow for venture capital firms across the country while advising portfolio companies on investor readiness.
ATDC helps entrepreneurs launch and build transformative technology companies.
Founding Partner
2016 - 2018
We build community wealth and power through cooperative real estate, entrepreneurship programs, and access to capital for marginalized communities.
Chief Operating Officer
2014 - 2016
Ran top ranked angel investing organizations established in 1998 for pre-seed through series A opportunities and education. ● Oversaw angel network deal pipeline for investing $17M into 23 deals, vetting 1,000+ companies, with four company exits. ● Managed senior relationships with 150 angel investors, venture capitalists, LPs, private equity firms, and family offices. ● Coached and led analysts on business model and case evaluation, allowing lean staff to review ~400 companies annually. ● Controlled $2M financial operations, monthly P&L, and annual budget planning for volunteer Board of Directors.
Analyst & LaunchPad2x Program Coordinator
2013 - 2014
● Performed qualitative, quantitative, and financial due diligence on business cases for companies valued up to $8M. ● Improved female leadership development program attendance by 25% through community engagement, marketing, and PR.
Sales & Product Manager
2007 - 2011
• Eastern Regional Sales Manager • Product Manager • B2C Business Development Associate
Researcher
2007 - 2007
Led research on improving micro-economic conditions in rural Ecuador including micro-financing, organic certification, and farming cooperatives.
Assistant Sales Manager at Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort
2006 - 2007
Oversaw hiring, separations, scheduling, budgeting, payroll approval and adjustments. Thorough customer and group sales service, led daily staff meetings, conducted software and guest hospitality employee training.
Vail Resorts Careers is a resort company in luxury and destination-based travel at iconic locations.
Fellowship Recipient and Student Organizer
2002 - 2005
Promoted events for distinguished guests via web, student outreach, advertisements, and press releases.