Mike Marino
About Mike Marino
Mike Marino serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance at DuckDuckGo, a position he has held since 2022. He has extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, having completed over 60 transactions and played a key role in nearly 20 initial public offerings.
Work at DuckDuckGo
Mike Marino serves as the Senior Vice President of Finance at DuckDuckGo, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees the financial operations and strategic financial planning of the company. His extensive background in finance and investment banking contributes to his effectiveness in managing the financial aspects of DuckDuckGo's growth and operational strategies.
Education and Expertise
Mike Marino studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where he achieved an Undergraduate Business degree from the Haas School of Business. He also pursued Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on Sustainable Development at the same university. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in both business principles and sustainable practices, enhancing his expertise in finance.
Background
Mike Marino has a diverse background in finance, encompassing investment banking, private equity, growth equity, and corporate finance. Prior to joining DuckDuckGo, he held various positions in reputable firms, including Bank of America Merrill Lynch and EY. His experience includes significant roles in mergers and acquisitions, where he has completed over 60 transactions, and initial public offerings for notable companies.
Achievements in Finance
Throughout his career, Mike Marino has played a significant role in nearly 20 initial public offerings, working with high-profile companies such as Shopify, Box, Alibaba, Mobileye, GrubHub, and RingCentral. His extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions and minority investments further highlights his contributions to the finance sector, particularly in managing transactions with values ranging from $2 million to $67 billion.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at DuckDuckGo, Mike Marino held several key positions in finance. He worked as Head of Corporate Finance at Yext from 2019 to 2022, and as Director of Technology Investments at HNA Group from 2017 to 2018. His earlier experience includes roles at Raymond James Financial, EY, and Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he developed a strong foundation in corporate finance and investment strategies.