Manuel A. Henriquez
About Manuel A. Henriquez
Manuel A. Henriquez is the Co-Founder, Co-Chief Executive Officer, and Co-Chairman of Finovance and a Co-Founder of a Stealth Mode Startup Company. He has extensive experience in venture capital and finance, having previously founded and led Hercules Capital and held key roles at various other firms.
Company: Finovance
Manuel A. Henriquez co-founded Finovance in 2020 and currently serves as Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Chairman. Finovance Technologies offers a revenue-based financing solution specifically targeting SMBs with significant revenue growth. The company operates in a hybrid model, with operations spanning London, England, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, and Vero Beach, FL.
Co-Founder: Stealth Mode Startup Company
Since 2019, Manuel A. Henriquez has been the Co-Founder of a Stealth Mode Startup Company. This venture operates out of Menlo Park, California, and Palm Beach, Florida, and focuses on innovative business solutions. The specific nature and objectives of the startup remain under wraps, indicating a strategic focus on maintaining a competitive edge in the market.
Founder: Hercules Capital, Inc.
Manuel A. Henriquez founded Hercules Capital, Inc. in 2003, serving as Chairman, President, and CEO until 2019. During his 16-year tenure, he successfully raised two rounds of private equity capital before the company's IPO in June 2005. He committed approximately $9 billion of capital to over 450 companies, maintaining a net cumulative realized loss of less than 3 basis points per annum over 15 years. Hercules Capital focuses on providing financing solutions to high-growth, innovative companies.
Partner: VantagePoint Venture Partners
From 2000 to 2003, Manuel A. Henriquez was a Partner at VantagePoint Venture Partners in San Bruno, CA. He was actively involved on the boards of approximately ten portfolio companies, often serving as Chairman of Compensation or Audit Committees. His role included strategic oversight and operational guidance, leveraging his extensive experience in venture capital and corporate governance.
Education and Background
Manuel A. Henriquez has an extensive educational background. He earned a BS in International Business Administration and Finance from Northeastern University, studying from 1982 to 1987. He also attended Boston University for one year, focusing on Business Administration. His earlier education included attendance at various institutions for college preparatory courses, including Cardinal Gibbon High School, Ft. Lauderdale High School, and Westminster Academy. He completed his elementary schooling at Colegio Calasanz.