Brian Barnes
FounderFounder at M1 Finance
Chicago, Illinois
Writes $5K – $50K checks · typically $25K
FoundedM1 Finance
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About
Brian Barnes is the founder and CEO of M1. He develops and supports organizations focused on personal finance management and financial well-being.
Founder at M1 Finance
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Experience
- M1Founder and CEOcurrent2015 — presentGreater Chicago Area
- B2 BankOwner and Chair of the Boardcurrent2021 — presentMountain Iron, MN
Skills & more
Financial Analysis36Private Equity14Financial Modeling44Research3Data Analysis3Investment Banking3Due Diligence5Equities2Management Consulting6Portfolio Management4Strategy34Leadership6
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Management- Series 63 — FINRA
- Series 24 — FINRA
- Series 7 — FINRA
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Investor at Starting Line
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Co-Founder at Dreamers VC
Greg Back
Founder & Managing Partner at CatchLight Capital Partners
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Founding Managing Director at Sante Ventures
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Brian Barnes?
- Brian Barnes is the founder and CEO of M1. He develops and supports organizations focused on personal finance management and financial well-being.
- Where does Brian Barnes work?
- Brian Barnes is Founder of M1 Finance.
- What check size does Brian Barnes write?
- Brian Barnes typically writes checks of $5K – $50K.
- What companies did Brian Barnes found?
- Brian Barnes founded M1 Finance.
- Where did Brian Barnes go to school?
- Brian Barnes studied at Stanford University (Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics).
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