Mike Curtis
About Mike Curtis
Mike Curtis is the Chief Financial Officer at Elemental Excelerator and has extensive experience in financial management across various organizations. He has played a key role in supporting growth-stage ventures through the Unreasonable Impact program and has held several senior financial positions throughout his career.
Work at Elemental Excelerator
Mike Curtis serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Elemental Excelerator since 2023. In this role, he oversees financial operations and strategic planning for the organization. Prior to this position, he was the Managing Director of Finance at Elemental Excelerator from 2019 to 2023, where he contributed to financial management and operational efficiency. His experience in this organization highlights his commitment to advancing impact-driven ventures.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at Elemental Excelerator, Mike Curtis has been a Director at Vivia Cares, Inc since 2021, operating out of Honolulu, Hawaii. He also serves as an Unreasonable Mentor for Unreasonable since 2024, where he supports growth-stage ventures through the Unreasonable Impact program. His involvement in these organizations reflects his dedication to fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges.
Background and Experience
Mike Curtis has a diverse background in finance and management. He worked at Bank of Hawaii as Senior Vice President from 1995 to 2007, where he held various division management roles. His early career included a position as Senior Financial Services Consultant at KPMG Peat Marwick from 1990 to 1995. This extensive experience has equipped him with strong financial acumen and leadership skills.
Education and Expertise
Mike Curtis holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Master of Science in Applied Economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning, which he has applied throughout his career in various leadership roles.
Achievements in Impact Ventures
Mike Curtis has played a significant role in supporting 88 ventures across the Americas through the Unreasonable Impact program. This initiative focuses on growth-stage ventures that intersect advanced technology, profit, and impact. He has contributed to the broader global initiative of Unreasonable Impact, which supports over 310 ventures worldwide, aiming to create jobs and address societal and environmental challenges.