Michael Kearney

Michael Kearney is a General Partner at Engine Ventures, specializing in investments in "tough tech. " He holds a PhD from the MIT Sloan School of Management, where his research focused on innovation strategy and the commercialization of science, directly informing his approach to venture capital.

He is deeply engaged with macroeconomic trends, particularly the global energy transition and its market dynamics. He also shows a keen interest in the art of communication, recommending books on the subject for entrepreneurs and leaders looking to build effective teams.

Unique fact: Michael co-founded the New England Venture Network, an organization dedicated to fostering the local innovation ecosystem.