Maria Juesas Portole

Managing Director for Venture Capital & Co-Investments

2021 - Current

Lead the Venture Capital Fund of Funds and co-investment portfolio for a multi-billion-dollar Family Office, my role is a dynamic exploration of the investment landscape. I cultivate and nurture a Co-Investments, seeking out direct opportunities in early-stage and growth-focused Venture Capital companies. As a global scout, I mapped diverse markets, establishing meaningful connections with GPs and entrepreneurs in sectors ranging from cybersecurity to AI. I architect the business model for portfolio construction and risk assessment, ensuring the Venture Capital Fund of Funds and its co-investment/direct portfolio funds.

Partner & Co-Founder

2020

Investment Vehicle focused on high-growth companies worldwide.

Principal

2021 - 2021

Principal with the responsibility of making equity investments in DeepTech/NewSpace Startups, primarily focusing on Series Seed and A. Serving as a startup scout, I immerse myself in their distinct orbits—scrutinizing markets, dissecting business plans, and crafting proposals for the Investment Committee.

Principal

2018 - 2021

Embarking on the journey of Digital M&A transactions and backing Fintech Startups from Series Seed to Series B, my role went beyond the numbers. I became a startup scout, delving into their plans and metrics, and envisioning the impact within Banco Sabadell. Crafting collaboration proposals, I aimed to blend our bank's mojo with startup flair for a win-win. I forecasted market trends and dived into research for investment ideas. Post-investment, I played the supportive sidekick, cheering on portfolio growth or helping those in need of a boost.

Analyst

2015 - 2018

From the early stages of the firm's journey, I played a key role in shaping its operational foundation. From NAV calculation to budgeting, HR, and investor reporting, I also crafted detailed cash flow projections for partners. Beyond these responsibilities, I collaborated with the Head of Research, contributing to the development and upkeep of essential company models.

Hedge Fund Analyst

2015 - 2015

Transitional role in my career leading up to the official launch of Alvento Asset Management. Contributed to monthly Investment Committees, collaborating with the CIO on crafting new investment recommendations. Conducted thorough due diligence on Hedge Funds, attending conferences and interviewing managers across various strategies. Proactively tracked risk, performance, and generated ideas for both new and existing managers, illustrating a comprehensive decision-making approach.

Analyst

2012 - 2014

In my role as a research analyst at Alpha4x, I played a pivotal role in the firm’s transition from Bladex Asset Management, LLC in April 2013. Specializing in emerging markets, particularly Latin American economies, I integrated valuable insights into current trading models. From tracking fundamentals and correlations to daily book valuations and active participation in investment activities, I contributed to idea generation and trade support. Analyzing global investment themes, I identified opportunistic trade ideas across various markets. Additionally, I played a key part in the complex transition to an independent firm, managing middle/back office duties, driving business development, and ensuring a successful migration of proprietary systems and data while adhering to compliance guidelines.

Internship

2011 - 2011

Internship

2010 - 2010