Michael J. Firestone, CFA
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Khaleid Castelle, CFA
I first met Michael during my initial interview process with Fiduciary Trust. His enthusiasm and dedication to hard work has motivated me throughout the past four years since I began working with him. I can see that he has developed into a well-balanced investment professional who is savvy and a gifted learner. Consistently, he has displayed great leadership and desire to achieve the highest quality results, while maintaining a spirit of teamwork. Michael’s work ethic will allow him to succeed at anything he puts his mind to.
Gonul Colak
While at FSU, Michael Firestone took two classes with me. One of them was at the undergraduate level (mostly juniors and seniors) and the other one was at the Masters in Finance (MSF) program. I got to know Michael very well during that two year period. His performance in these courses was very good, and he was ranked quite high among the students taking these classes. He regularly attended the lectures. His curiosity and desire to learn more was noticeable through the interesting question he asked during and after the class. From my interaction with Michael Firestone during and after the class, I noticed that he has an amiable and considered personality, which I think will greatly facilitate his success in life. He left an impression that he was genuinely interested in what the professor has to say, and he actively sought advice related to his future career options. I think Michael will be a great addition to any firm/institution he works for. He is very determined to work hard, and always tries to achieve his best at whatever task he is given.
Khaleid Castelle, CFA
I first met Michael during my initial interview process with Fiduciary Trust. His enthusiasm and dedication to hard work has motivated me throughout the past four years since I began working with him. I can see that he has developed into a well-balanced investment professional who is savvy and a gifted learner. Consistently, he has displayed great leadership and desire to achieve the highest quality results, while maintaining a spirit of teamwork. Michael’s work ethic will allow him to succeed at anything he puts his mind to.
Gonul Colak
While at FSU, Michael Firestone took two classes with me. One of them was at the undergraduate level (mostly juniors and seniors) and the other one was at the Masters in Finance (MSF) program. I got to know Michael very well during that two year period. His performance in these courses was very good, and he was ranked quite high among the students taking these classes. He regularly attended the lectures. His curiosity and desire to learn more was noticeable through the interesting question he asked during and after the class. From my interaction with Michael Firestone during and after the class, I noticed that he has an amiable and considered personality, which I think will greatly facilitate his success in life. He left an impression that he was genuinely interested in what the professor has to say, and he actively sought advice related to his future career options. I think Michael will be a great addition to any firm/institution he works for. He is very determined to work hard, and always tries to achieve his best at whatever task he is given.
Khaleid Castelle, CFA
I first met Michael during my initial interview process with Fiduciary Trust. His enthusiasm and dedication to hard work has motivated me throughout the past four years since I began working with him. I can see that he has developed into a well-balanced investment professional who is savvy and a gifted learner. Consistently, he has displayed great leadership and desire to achieve the highest quality results, while maintaining a spirit of teamwork. Michael’s work ethic will allow him to succeed at anything he puts his mind to.
Gonul Colak
While at FSU, Michael Firestone took two classes with me. One of them was at the undergraduate level (mostly juniors and seniors) and the other one was at the Masters in Finance (MSF) program. I got to know Michael very well during that two year period. His performance in these courses was very good, and he was ranked quite high among the students taking these classes. He regularly attended the lectures. His curiosity and desire to learn more was noticeable through the interesting question he asked during and after the class. From my interaction with Michael Firestone during and after the class, I noticed that he has an amiable and considered personality, which I think will greatly facilitate his success in life. He left an impression that he was genuinely interested in what the professor has to say, and he actively sought advice related to his future career options. I think Michael will be a great addition to any firm/institution he works for. He is very determined to work hard, and always tries to achieve his best at whatever task he is given.
Khaleid Castelle, CFA
I first met Michael during my initial interview process with Fiduciary Trust. His enthusiasm and dedication to hard work has motivated me throughout the past four years since I began working with him. I can see that he has developed into a well-balanced investment professional who is savvy and a gifted learner. Consistently, he has displayed great leadership and desire to achieve the highest quality results, while maintaining a spirit of teamwork. Michael’s work ethic will allow him to succeed at anything he puts his mind to.
Gonul Colak
While at FSU, Michael Firestone took two classes with me. One of them was at the undergraduate level (mostly juniors and seniors) and the other one was at the Masters in Finance (MSF) program. I got to know Michael very well during that two year period. His performance in these courses was very good, and he was ranked quite high among the students taking these classes. He regularly attended the lectures. His curiosity and desire to learn more was noticeable through the interesting question he asked during and after the class. From my interaction with Michael Firestone during and after the class, I noticed that he has an amiable and considered personality, which I think will greatly facilitate his success in life. He left an impression that he was genuinely interested in what the professor has to say, and he actively sought advice related to his future career options. I think Michael will be a great addition to any firm/institution he works for. He is very determined to work hard, and always tries to achieve his best at whatever task he is given.
Credentials
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Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
CFA InstituteAug, 2014- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Fire Capital Management
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United States
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Partner
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Dec 2018 - Present
Fire Capital Management, LLC is a boutique investment management company that helps people achieve their dreams. We empower our clients to re-imagine what is possible to accomplish with their investments, social impact goals, and family legacy. The firm offers private wealth management and multi-family office services to HNW individuals, families, and foundations. Fire Capital Management is strategically headquartered in the heart of innovation economy, San Francisco, CA. Fire Capital Management, LLC is a boutique investment management company that helps people achieve their dreams. We empower our clients to re-imagine what is possible to accomplish with their investments, social impact goals, and family legacy. The firm offers private wealth management and multi-family office services to HNW individuals, families, and foundations. Fire Capital Management is strategically headquartered in the heart of innovation economy, San Francisco, CA.
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Courtyard Ventures
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United States
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Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
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1 - 100 Employee
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Venture Partner
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Aug 2021 - Present
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Managing Director, Portfolio Manager
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Aug 2010 - Nov 2018
Specializes in providing comprehensive wealth management solutions and advice to HNW individuals and families. Responsible for managing client investment portfolios, tailored to their specific needs, through a multi-asset class and global approach. Other areas of focus include ESG Analysis, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), Equity Strategy(Traditional & Alternative Energy, Utilities, and Materials), Relationship Management, Investment Management (co-manager of the firm's Equity… Show more Specializes in providing comprehensive wealth management solutions and advice to HNW individuals and families. Responsible for managing client investment portfolios, tailored to their specific needs, through a multi-asset class and global approach. Other areas of focus include ESG Analysis, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), Equity Strategy(Traditional & Alternative Energy, Utilities, and Materials), Relationship Management, Investment Management (co-manager of the firm's Equity Income Strategy), and Risk Management. Show less Specializes in providing comprehensive wealth management solutions and advice to HNW individuals and families. Responsible for managing client investment portfolios, tailored to their specific needs, through a multi-asset class and global approach. Other areas of focus include ESG Analysis, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), Equity Strategy(Traditional & Alternative Energy, Utilities, and Materials), Relationship Management, Investment Management (co-manager of the firm's Equity… Show more Specializes in providing comprehensive wealth management solutions and advice to HNW individuals and families. Responsible for managing client investment portfolios, tailored to their specific needs, through a multi-asset class and global approach. Other areas of focus include ESG Analysis, Socially Responsible Investing (SRI), Equity Strategy(Traditional & Alternative Energy, Utilities, and Materials), Relationship Management, Investment Management (co-manager of the firm's Equity Income Strategy), and Risk Management. Show less
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Florida International University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Adjunct Professor
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Apr 2017 - Jul 2017
Had the privilege to teach a challenging finance course (Securities Analysis - FIN 4502) to highly motivated juniors and seniors at Florida International University. The course covered high level topics like financial theory, portfolio construction, equity valuation, and macroeconomics. I would have enjoyed continuing my part-time teaching career if I had not relocated to Northern California. Had the privilege to teach a challenging finance course (Securities Analysis - FIN 4502) to highly motivated juniors and seniors at Florida International University. The course covered high level topics like financial theory, portfolio construction, equity valuation, and macroeconomics. I would have enjoyed continuing my part-time teaching career if I had not relocated to Northern California.
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Florida State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant
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Aug 2009 - May 2010
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Education
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2018 - 2021
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business -
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Florida State University
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Florida State University
Bachelor of Science, Finance and Real Estate
