Aaron Donenberg

Portfolio Finance Analyst

Chicago, Illinois, United States

About

As a young professional in business, I believe it is imperative to uphold strong morals and ethics throughout my decision making processes. I am learning to use collaboration and logic in order to make sure that those around me, along with myself, are making the best choices whether big or small. My responsibilities have always been to take care of those around me as a brother, camp counselor, volunteer, and friend to all. I plan on using the analytical skills that I have developed through constant decision making to further my ongoing career in the world of investments. I am open to any opportunities and intend to continue learning, growing, and supporting others throughout my professional career and life. Interests: Tennis | Basketball | Creative Thinking | Statistics | Investing | Videogames | Music | Technology

Experience

  • Portfolio Finance Analyst at Energize Capital
    Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

  • Portfolio Data Analyst at Granite Creek Capital Partners, L.L.C.
    Jul 2025 - Feb 2026 · 8 mos

    - Enabled automated portfolio analysis with dynamic Excel (and iLEVEL integrated) reports - Served as the primary iLEVEL platform administer, supporting data validation and onboarding processes - Supported back-office needs during SBA Audit periods and quarterly reporting - Enhanced CRM data quality within DealCloud, driving discussion in weekly IC meetings - Built a dynamic covenant dashboard using structured Excel logic - Researched Gen AI solutions and implemented ChatGPT Business firmwide, serving as the main owner and admin

  • Private Equity Intern at Granite Creek Capital Partners, L.L.C.
    Jun 2023 - May 2025 · 2 yrs

    - Standardized monthly financial data ingestion from portfolio companies through structured workflows - Created 3 dynamic valuation models in Excel that monitor portfolio companies’ historical and forecasted performance - Collaborated with the other 3 interns to create a guide for the portfolio manager to utilize AI/tech as the portfolio expands (2023) - Assisted the portfolio manager in creating an automated onboarding form for synchronized data with portfolio companies - Automated visualizations to provide key metrics to Limited Partners that works with additional funds and companies

  • Sales Associate at REVOLUTION BIKE AND BEAN
    Sep 2022 - May 2023 · 9 mos

  • Summer Camp Counselor at Camp Kawaga
    Jun 2020 - Aug 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos