About Michael Christopher Venturino

Michael Christopher Venturino is a financial professional, private equity founder, and committed family man based in New York. With over 20 years of experience in mortgage lending, brokerage, and private equity, he has dedicated his career to connecting individual investors with private market opportunities. As the founder of HLV Ventures, he brings practical insight and a disciplined, long-term approach to investment strategy. His professional values are centered on clarity, trust, and performance.

Michael was born on May 31, 1986, in Long Island, New York, to Linda and Felix. During high school, he joined the football team and the wrestling squad, both of which helped him develop mental toughness, focus, and discipline. He also played hockey, gaining valuable lessons in teamwork and perseverance at an early age. These experiences shaped his approach to personal and professional challenges later in life.

At age 17, he began his professional journey in the mortgage industry. This first step into finance provided a foundational understanding of lending practices, financial systems, and the importance of building strong client relationships. By the time he turned 18, he had moved into his apartment, marking the beginning of a life of independence in the community where he was raised.

Michael’s early exposure to the mortgage industry provided him with a firsthand view of how financial decisions affect families and individuals. This experience sparked a desire to help others navigate financial choices and led him to pursue broader opportunities in the financial services field.

With a growing interest in expanding his capabilities, he passed the Series 7 exam, earning the license required to operate as a securities broker. This enabled him to support clients through more complex investment transactions and offer broader financial guidance.

Over the years, he was recognized as a top producer at two New York-based broker-dealer firms. His reliability, attention to detail, and dedication to client success allowed him to build strong relationships. His consistent performance and ethical approach helped establish a reputation for trust and professionalism in the industry.