Martin Sinozich
About Martin Sinozich
Martin Sinozich is a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School and a co-founder of a private investment company. He has extensive experience in real estate investment, entrepreneurship, and education, having previously held leadership roles at ClearEdge3D and Planet Fitness.
Work at Harvard Business School
Martin Sinozich has been a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School since 2019. In this role, he teaches The Entrepreneurial Manager course within the MBA program. He also leads the Field Global Immersion course, which is a required first-year MBA course. This course involves taking 72 students to Helsinki, Finland, where they apply design thinking to address local business challenges. Additionally, he co-leads the annual HBS Startup Bootcamp, which supports entrepreneurial initiatives.
Background in Private Investment
Martin Sinozich is a partner and co-founder of a private investment company. He has created two real estate funds and one hotel fund, focusing on investing in undercapitalized assets. His strategy includes partnering with operators to enhance the value of these assets and facilitating their sale under improved conditions. Sinozich has also been involved in early-stage investments, serving as an active investor and venture partner in various companies.
Experience at ClearEdge3D
From 2012 to 2018, Martin Sinozich served as Director at ClearEdge3D for six years. During his tenure, he contributed to the company's growth and development in the technology sector. His experience in this role provided him with insights into operational management and strategic planning in a tech-focused environment.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Prior to his academic career, Martin Sinozich was the Owner/Operator of a Planet Fitness franchise from 2004 to 2015. He acquired one of the first franchises in North Carolina and successfully built, grew, owned, operated, and sold multiple franchises in the region. This experience in the fitness industry laid the groundwork for his later work in entrepreneurship and investment.
Education and Expertise
Martin Sinozich studied at the University of Virginia, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies as an Echols Scholar from 1981 to 1984. His educational background supports his expertise in entrepreneurship, investment, and business management. He also holds a North Carolina unlimited general contractor’s license and a real estate license, which enhance his capabilities in commercial construction and real estate ventures.