Investments and Public Speaking
Professional Engagements
See what Mike is involved in, who he has invested his time with,
and where he has been invited to speak.
Investments
Company and Role
VOTTO VINES IMPORTING
A wine and spirits importing, distribution, marketing, and logistics company
LOCATION: Hamden, CT and New York, NY
CURRENT ROLE: Co-Founder, Chairman, and CEO
TRI-STATE METRO WAREHOUSING
Public warehouse and fulfillment operation
LOCATION: Morristown, NJ
CURRENT ROLE: Advisor
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS ASSET ADVISORS
Asset management firm with AUM > $26 billion
LOCATION: New Haven, CT
CURRENT ROLE: Special Counsel
THE DIVINE WITHIN
Holistic health and wellness company
LOCATION: Wallingford, CT
CURRENT ROLE: Advisor and Counsel
BETTER RHODES
The Leading Provider of Better-For-You Premium Beverages including Non-Alcoholic and Alcohol-Free.
LOCATION: Madison, CT
CURRENT ROLE: Advisor and Angel Investor
TRUEPIC
Venture-backed photo and video authentication platform; Investors include Microsoft and Adobe
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
CURRENT ROLE: Advisor and Angel Investor
ENERTIV
Venture-backed commercial real estate technology company that transforms building data into asset value
LOCATION: New York, NY
CURRENT ROLE: Angel Investor
LUXY
Angel-backed black car ride share service
LOCATION: Shelton, CT
CURRENT ROLE: Angel Investor
CENTRO SPORTIVO CAVALIERI S.R.L.
Owner and operator of athletic fields and facilities
LOCATION: Rome, Italy
CURRENT ROLE: Chairman of the Board
DASH SOFTWARE (SOLD TO RESERVE)
Dash is a mobile payment platform that allows patrons to view, split, and pay their tab from their smartphone
LOCATION: New York, NY
PAST ROLE: Angel Investor and Board Member
VINPORT MARKETING
Internet wine and marketing platform
LOCATION: New York, NY
PAST ROLE: Advisor and Board Member
Public Speaking
EVENT AND ROLE
Axial Concord
Middle-market investment platform and conference operator
LOCATION: New York, NY
ROLE: Keynote Roundtable Discussion and Conference Panelist
USA Trade TAsting
Wine and Spirits Industry Conference
LOCATION: New York, NY
ROLE: Conference Panelist
Independent Lodging Congress
ILC is a place of discovery, collaboration, and idea generation for owners and operators of independent hotels.
LOCATION: New York, NY
ROLE: Food and Beverage Conference Panelist
Connecticut New Venture
College business plan competition
LOCATION: New Haven, CT
ROLE: Guest Judge
CT Business Plan Competition
College business plan conference and competition
LOCATION: New Haven, CT
ROLE: Guest Mentor and Judge
UNH Pitch Perfect
College venture competition in “Shark Tank” format
LOCATION: New Haven, CT
ROLE: Guest Judge
Union College
LOCATION: Schenectady, NY
ROLE: Guest Lecturer
Syracuse University
LOCATION: Syracuse, NY
ROLE: Guest Lecturer for College of Law
Quinnipiac University
LOCATION: Hamden, CT
ROLE: Guest Lecturer
UPDATES
Get Votto's Voice in Your Inbox
Your email is safe. Please join Mike's mailing list for the latest news, events and features.
Send Michael a Message
Connect with Michael
Communication is Key,
Let's Start Here!
Here's the best option for getting in touch with me. Let's begin to build something great. Tell me what you are looking for or just say "hi", either way I'll be in touch!
General Inquiry
Introduce yourself and/or your business.
Media
For all interviews and media opportunities.
Hire Michael
Consulting, business plan reviews, speaking engagements or other projects.