About
Michael Dimitruk is a Partner at Dragoneer Investment Group in San Francisco, where he plays a key role in guiding the firm’s growth equity strategies, legal affairs, and risk management. As Partner and former General Counsel, he oversees significant investments in both private and public markets, particularly focusing on high-growth sectors such as technology, SaaS, consumer services, and insurance, in line with Dragoneer’s emphasis on scalable business models and market-leading companies.
Prior to joining Dragoneer, Michael held senior legal and investment positions at leading firms including TPG Capital, Grandmaster Capital Management, Lamond Capital Partners, and ARTIS Capital Management, where he developed deep expertise in private equity, alternative investments, and compliance functions. His previous roles have ranged from General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer to Advisor and Private Equity Investor, contributing to his broad understanding of securities law, fund operations, and the regulatory landscape.
Michael holds a Doctor of Law degree from Washington and Lee University School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Denison University. His extensive career in investment management has made him a trusted leader within Dragoneer, recognized for his multi-disciplinary expertise in organizational growth, legal strategy, and navigating complex transactions across global capital markets.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragoneer Investment Group | Partner | Jul 2020 to Present | — |
| Dragoneer Investment Group | General Counsel | Jan 2017 to Present | — |
| Dragoneer Investment Group | General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer | Jan 2017 to Apr 2022 | — |
| Navy SEAL Foundation | Tribute Committee Member | Sep 2011 to Present | — |
| TPG Capital | Advisor | Sep 2015 to Jan 2017 | — |
| Grandmaster Capital Management | Managing Director | Aug 2014 to Jul 2015 | — |
| Grandmaster Capital Management | General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer | Jul 2013 to Jul 2015 | — |
| Lamond Capital Partners LLC | General Counsel, CCO and Partner | Jan 2012 to Jul 2013 | — |
| Artis Capital Management, L.P. | General Counsel and CCO | Jan 2011 to Jan 2012 | — |
| Ropes & Gray LLP | Senior Associate | Sep 2003 to Dec 2010 | Investment Management |
Education
Washington and Lee University School of Law
2000 — 2003
Denison University
1996 — 2000
St Paul's School
1991 — 1996
King's House School, Richmond UK
Skills & Expertise
Others at Dragoneer Investment Group, LLC (10)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
A Anelle Snyder | Senior Valuation Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States |
| Partner | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Principal | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| President and Co-founder | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Principal | CA , United States | |
| Principal | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
K Kartik Gupta | Principal | San Francisco, CA , United States |
| Associate | New York, NY , United States | |
| Principal | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Valuation Analyst | CA , United States |
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