Michael Velez

Michael Velez is a Principal Mechanical Design and Architect at Banyu Carbon, where the focus is on reducing carbon capture costs and providing accessible carbon credits. Previous experience includes roles as a Senior Engineering Manager and Principal Systems Engineer at Heliogen, a Harvard Nieman Affiliate, and roles at Canoo and Apple, where notable contributions involved the introduction of MagSafe Accessories and the management of environmental sustainability initiatives. Michael began a career in vehicle engineering at Ford Motor Company and held an engineering internship at AAI Corporation, with early research on internal combustion engine optimization at Carnegie Mellon University. Michael holds both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and has furthered education through Wharton Executive Education.