Managers & Funds

Marcello Follano

Managing Partner of Late Stage Asset Management LLC since its inception and a 15+ year career raising private capital and working with several leading Wall St. firms. During that time, developed expertise in private Pre-IPO opportunities and private equity hedge funds across multiple asset classes.

Created a network of family offices, high net worth individuals, and institutions by offering access to alternative investments and private equity in Technology and Real Estate. Ability to facilitate large block transactions of employee shares of some of the most highly anticipated Pre-IPO companies.

Michael Attanasio

Michael has over 16 years of financial experience and has worked as an advisor for 7 years. He is currently the fund manager of Late Stage Funds, working extensively in managing portfolios for high net worth individuals and institutional assets. Michael’s expertise extends into raising funds for all sorts of private investments through the large network he has built over the years.

Michael has a passion for continuously building relationships to serve each individual investor in seeking the right alternative investment opportunity. Working towards the next big opportunity for the fund to gain knowledge is Michael’s constant commitment to remain a step head.

Ed Flannery

Ed Flannery spent two decades working to educate people in the realms of economics and personal financial literacy. After completing an MBA with a concentration in Economics, he transitioned to the private sector and began working in the private equity sector. Now, as a member of the Late Stage team, he is looking forward to an opportunity to develop longstanding and lucrative relationships with the fund’s members. While he enjoyed preparing a generation of business leaders through a combination of classroom and practical training, he is happy to bring his knowledge, credentials and experience to Late Stage Management.

Jeremy Barish

Previously as a Life Insurance and Financial Planner, Navy veteran Jeremy Barish has helped many individuals achieve their retirement goals. Obtaining financial freedom after retirement is a common goal for many and Jeremy realized he wanted to do more to help people secure their futures. Now, his focus is bringing these individual`s wealth to the next level to provide the financial security they are looking for. Jeremy Barish, works with clients by providing access to the top placements in the private sector and getting life changing opportunities in their hands.

Jeremy is passionate about rapid and sustainable growth for his clients. He knows that not a single approach is right for every individual and his training and experience helps his clients choose the best path towards their goals and ultimate success.

Stan Pavlak

For more than three decades Stan has worked in marketing, business development and sales. He has extensive experience in the supermarket, healthcare and financial industries. This includes working for three Fortune Global 500 companies including Medtronic, GSK and Takeda Pharmaceutical where he spent many years ranked at or near the top of his field.

Stan has over 35 years experience as an investor and trader. He puts his degree in Economics to good use analyzing companies looking for great investment opportunities.

As your Fund Manager I look forward to using my knowledge and experience to assist you in navigating the exciting Pre-IPO, private equity space. Together we will build our portfolios and relationship for the long-term!

Lisa Czerepak

With over 27+ years in Operations as a Team Leader for various Management Companies, and since joining Late Stage Management, Lisa has been instrumental in ensuring the best customer Service experience. She takes great pride from start to finish to ensure each member is given exceptional white glove service for a smooth onboarding process.

Lisa’s areas of expertise include but not limited too new account opening including IRA’s, maintaining existing accounts, document processing, responding to incoming & outgoing correspondence, processing of checks & wires. Exceptional communication skills, detail oriented, multitasking and a forward focus thinker.

Lorentzo Theofanidis

Lorentzo is an accomplished professional with over 20+ years of experience in investment banking and private equity. With his understanding of the public and private financial markets, he has successfully navigated the ever-changing landscape of investment banking. As he continues to leverage his skills and expertise, he remains dedicated to delivering excellence, fostering growth, and building long-lasting relationships. He`s laser focused on staying ahead of industry developments, Lorentzo is committed to make a significant impact in private equity.

Michael Genovese

Over the past 20 years Michael has gained an extensive knowledge on evaluating companies, growing finances, productivity and marketing. He provided operational guidance for 2 multi-million dollar fitness establishments by managing teams, cash flow and sales that met or exceeded the company standard. As an Army Veteran and Retired Police Officer, he displays the utmost integrity, attention to detail and development of interpersonal relationships. Michael`s ultimate goal is to guide you with the proper investment based on your views and needs as he understands those vary with each individual investor.

Throughout his life Michael has gained a passion for health, fitness and personal growth. Above all else he loves spending time with his wife and 2 crazy kids.

Seth Novosel

Seth has 22 years experience in computer programming, data management and web application development in multiple programming languages including Java Script, C# and Java. 8 years experience in marketing and sales supporting brands such as Bentley, Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini. Exceptional analytical and organizational skills.

Attention to detail, problem solving and flexibly able to balance and manage multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment. Seth focuses on excellent customer service, relationship building and creating trustworthy client partnerships.

Michael Welsh

Michael Welsh is a Wall Street veteran and business owner with over 30 years of experience in both the public markets and private equity. Michael brings extensive experience to his role as Fund Manager. He cares deeply about the success of our members and the business. He is devoted to Pre IPO investing and the potential it brings to our members and their families.

He has also been involved in starting many 501- C3 non profit organizations through the years including Computers for Kids of America which raised Millions on computer equipment for underprivileged kids in New York, Philadelphia and the entire north east.

He lives by one simple principle in both business and life. “You cant keep it if you don’t give it away.”

Brian Horwath

With over 10 years experience educating individuals in both health and wellness, Brian has changed the lives of hundreds of people. Throughout his years, he has contributed to the success and growth of multiple small boutique health clubs. Using his expertise in marketing with the ability to drive traffic, Brian helped turn them into thriving businesses. Through networking and building positive relationships, Brian transitioned into private equity.

As a member of the Late Stage team, Brian strives to ensure all members are treated with the utmost respect and receive equal assistance. Through his experiences in the health, marketing and private equity industries, Brian knows that success takes time and consistency, and that each and every individual has different needs.