About
Delon Turner is the Founder of 7even Hills Venture Capital, where the firm’s investment thesis is primarily concentrated on disruptive financial technology (FinTech) platforms, digital banking infrastructure, and payment technologies. Mr. Turner drives the fund’s capital allocation, shapes portfolio strategies, and leads the adoption of advanced, high-alpha investment methodologies. Currently, Mr. Turner is Chairman and CEO of Amethyst Acquisition Corp., a $150M NASDAQ-listed SPAC targeting AI infrastructure and large-scale data centers—key areas shaping the digital finance landscape. Previously, he was CEO of Grey Bridge Acquisition Corp., a $250M SPAC targeting high-growth fintech and embedded finance disruptors. Before that, as Partner and Senior Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch, he co-managed $600 million for ultra-high-net-worth and institutional clients, specializing in advanced portfolio optimization, innovative multi-asset structures, synthetic bonds, LDI, and tailored allocation models for enhanced yield and risk control. Mr. Turner worked at Citibank’s corporate headquarters within its Global Consumer Banking segment, specializing in investment strategy formulation and product innovation. He led institutional initiatives in standardizing third-party trust banking relationships and outsourcing, optimizing operational leverage for Citibank’s wealth management vertical. He also championed the integration of transformative FinTech—including AI-driven robo-advisors and digital assets—to modernize Citi’s legacy systems and accelerate digital transformation within wealth management. Earlier in his career, Mr. Turner played professional basketball in Europe for 11 seasons. He holds an MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Agri-Business with a minor in Economics from Florida A&M University. He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.