Carlos Antequera
About Carlos Antequera
Carlos Antequera is the Co-Founder and CEO of Novel Capital, with a background in corporate development and strategy. He has extensive experience in technology entrepreneurship, investment, and mentoring, having held various leadership roles in multiple organizations.
Work at Novel Capital
Carlos Antequera serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Novel Capital, a position he has held since 2021. Under his leadership, the company focuses on providing innovative financing solutions tailored to the needs of entrepreneurs. His role involves overseeing the strategic direction of the company and ensuring that it meets the financial needs of its clients.
Previous Experience at PeopleAdmin
Carlos Antequera worked at PeopleAdmin in two significant roles. He served as Chief Product Officer for 10 months in 2015, where he was responsible for product strategy and development. Later, in 2016, he took on the role of Chief Corporate Development and Strategy Officer for 8 months, focusing on corporate strategy and growth initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Carlos Antequera holds an MBA in International Business from The University of Kansas, where he studied from 2000 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics from Washburn University, studying from 1992 to 1996. His expertise includes revenue-based financing and enterprise software development, which supports his work in fintech and investment.
Investment and Mentorship Roles
In addition to his role at Novel Capital, Carlos Antequera is actively involved in investment and mentorship. He has been an investor at KickUp for Education since 2017 and at LendingStandard since the same year. He also served as an investor at Chalk.com from 2017 to 2022. Additionally, he participates as a Kauffman Fellow since 2018, mentoring emerging entrepreneurs and sharing his knowledge in technology entrepreneurship.
Board Membership and Community Involvement
Carlos Antequera has served on several boards, including Infegy from 2012 to 2020, where he contributed to strategic decision-making and governance. He participated in the Stanford Latino Business Action Network (LBAN) Cohort 17, which aims to support the growth of Latino-owned businesses. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.