Michael Cooney

Michael Cooney is a Principal at Dragoneer Investment Group, based in San Francisco, CA, where he plays a key role in identifying and managing investments across the firm's portfolio. At Dragoneer, he focuses on growth-stage technology companies, leveraging his experience in sourcing, evaluating, and executing investments in dynamic, high-growth sectors.

Prior to his current position, Michael held the role of Investor at Dragoneer Investment Group and served as a Private Equity Associate at The Blackstone Group, one of the world’s largest alternative asset managers. His background includes significant involvement in private equity, with a focus on technology, software, and innovative business models within the broader growth equity and late-stage venture capital arena.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business and graduated as valedictorian from Brother Rice High School. Throughout his career, he has developed strong expertise in financial analysis, deal structuring, and portfolio management, earning recognition for his analytical rigor and strategic investment acumen.