Mike Orend is a seasoned professional in the private equity sector, currently serving as Co-Founder and Managing Director at Interlock Equity since January 2021. Prior to this role, Mike held the position of Managing Director of Business Development at Riordan, Lewis & Haden from February 2012 to January 2021, focusing on middle market growth capital. Mike also has experience as a Director at Lake Capital and as a Business Development Manager at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Earlier in Mike's career, a Director role was held at Arthur Andersen & Co., and a Sales Executive position was held at Digital Equipment Corporation. Mike Orend earned a BA in Economics from the University of Virginia and attended the University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.