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Michael Cohen

Evaluator · DISC type scd
Scout at Advantary Capital Partners
📍 Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Michael is a growth-driven business leader with over 20 years of experience helping startups and Fortune 500 companies monetize their technologies through commercialization, strategy, and licensing. He holds a BS from The University of Akron. Colleagues have described him as tireless, dependable, and reliable, valuing him as a key member of their team.

He has a keen interest in emerging technologies and their real-world applications, particularly advancements in the electric vehicle and energy storage sectors. Michael actively seeks out experts in specialized fields like pharmaceuticals to stay informed on the latest industry developments and foster connections.

Unique fact: He once managed a team responsible for forecasting future technology trends 10 to 30 years into the future for a Fortune 500 company.

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Experience
13 Years
Current Role
Scout
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Hard To Convince
Thorough Evaluator
Fast But Analytical

They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service

Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

Technology Commercialization
His entire career is focused on assisting companies, from startups to Fortune 500s, in monetizing their technologies through strategic deal-making and licensing.
Sustainable Polymers
In his current director role, he spearheads the development of agreements for green and commodity polymer clients to help them meet carbon net-zero goals.
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Career

Work history

2-2025
Scout
Advantary Capital Partners
7-2021
Director
Centennial Associates
1-2020 - 1-2021
Energy Manager
Kline & Company
1-2018 - 1-2020
Associate Director
Centennial Associates
4-2014 - 1-2018
Manager
Centennial Associates
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
2003 - 2008
BS
The University of Akron
2003 - 2008
Bachelor of Science - BS
The University of Akron
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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