Early Life and Education
Michael Dorrell was born in August 1973 in Australia. He grew up in Griffith, New South Wales, a farming town. He earned a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of New South Wales in Sydney.
Rise to Success
Dorrell's career began at Macquarie, where he spent a decade, first in Australia and later in New York, holding increasing responsibilities. He then moved to Blackstone as a Senior Managing Director in Private Equity before co-founding Stonepeak in 2011. Dorrell's strategic vision led to the growth of Stonepeak into a significant infrastructure investment firm. Today, he directs Stonepeak's strategy and investment decisions.
Key Business Strategies
Dorrell's key business strategy has been focusing on infrastructure investments, which he has successfully navigated through various economic cycles. Stonepeak invests in logistics, energy, and digital infrastructure businesses. The firm manages $76 billion in assets under management (as of December 5, 2025) and has never lost money on an investment, which is a testament to Dorrell's strategic approach.
Philanthropy
While specific philanthropy amounts are not readily available in the search results, Dorrell has made high-profile real estate acquisitions, including a $150 million purchase of Tarpon Island in Palm Beach, Florida.
