About Carolyn

Carolyn Houren joined S3 Ventures in 2022 and is currently a Senior Associate. Carolyn’s responsibilities include evaluating potential investments and supporting portfolio companies, including MontyCloud, DigitalEx, HYAS, Ictero, LeanDNA, Rest, Riscosity, and ZSuite Tech.

Prior to joining S3, Carolyn spent the last six years gaining knowledge across consulting, finance, investments, and operations. Most recently, she was Chief of Staff at Cosmic Bliss (fka Coconut Bliss) supporting the business transformation post-acquisition across operations, finance, accounting, and sales. Carolyn also worked for Stafford Capital Partners, a global alternative investment firm, building out the global deal sourcing platform and supporting private markets investments. Carolyn began her career at PwC in M&A financial modeling and data analytics.

Carolyn grew up in Houston before attending the University of Georgia (UGA) Honors Program, earning a BBA in Accounting and International Business, a Master of Accountancy, and an active CPA license. Carolyn leads the Austin chapter for the Emerging Venture Capitalists Association and is an active member of AllRaise. Carolyn gives back to the community through mentorship, serving on Explore Austin's Development Committee and as a mentor for UGA's mentor program.