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CerraCap Impact Venture Capital Appoints Mark Rohrwasser to Lead CXO Council

Jun 1, 2026 | By Startuprise io

CerraCap Impact Venture Capital has appointed Mark Rohrwasser, former Chief Information Officer of Silicon Valley Bank and Equifax, as the leader of its CXO Council.

The CXO Council is an executive advisory group that brings together experienced technology and business leaders to help guide investment decisions, support portfolio companies, and provide insights into emerging technology trends and market opportunities.

With more than 35 years of experience, Mark Rohrwasser has held senior technology leadership positions at Silicon Valley Bank, Equifax, PayPal, Bank of America and General Electric. He has led major technology upgrades, cybersecurity programs, digital transformation projects and global technology operations throughout his career.

The CXO Council will support CerraCap Impact Venture Capital’s Fund III and Fund IV investments by providing experienced industry insights during due diligence and helping identify key technology trends, cybersecurity needs, and changing enterprise spending priorities.

In addition to evaluating investments, the Council will help portfolio companies grow by offering operational expertise, strategic guidance, and access to business networks. Members will work with company leadership teams to improve technology strategies, assess market readiness, strengthen product-market fit, and accelerate business growth.

The CXO Council is designed as an exclusive community of technology leaders that promotes collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing. It gives members access to emerging technologies while helping startup founders connect with experienced enterprise executives who can provide guidance and support.

Mark Rohrwasser has been nominated multiple times for the ORBIE CIO of the Year award and was recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 50 Technology Leaders. The Council will serve as a valuable resource for founders, portfolio companies, and investors, helping drive innovation, technology adoption, and business growth across the CIVC ecosystem.

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"Enterprise technology is entering one of the most accelerated innovation cycles in history," said Mark Rohrwasser. "The CXO Council exists to create a trusted ecosystem where experienced operators, investors, and founders can collaborate in real time—helping CIVC identify transformative opportunities while supporting portfolio companies with practical insight, strategic guidance, and enterprise connectivity."

About CerraCap Impact Venture Capital (CIVC)

Founded in 2015, CerraCap Impact Venture Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in innovative technologies, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, healthcare, advanced computing, defense, aerospace and enterprise software. The firm helps startups grow by connecting founders with strategic partners, industry experts, and business opportunities, supporting them as they scale their products, reach enterprise customers, and build long term successful companies.

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