Michael Carmen

Michael Carmen, Co-Head of Private Investments at Wellington Management, shares his journey from public equities to late-stage private investing. He highlights the transformation in late-stage investment dynamics and the critical role of fundamentals in evaluating companies. Carmen discusses key sectors like technology and healthcare, addressing both opportunities and risks, including the dual nature of AI. He emphasizes the power of diversification and strategic decision-making while reflecting on personal growth through embracing failure.

Michael Carmen, Co-head of private investments at Wellington Management Co. LLP, discusses late-stage venture capital, IPOs, predicting the future of companies, investing across different areas, and considerations in late-stage venture capital and IPO investments. He also talks about private team management, CEO journey, diversity progress, entertainment recommendations, TV series, mentors, and reflections on the past and future implications.