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Mike Apostal
Operating Partner at Listen Ventures
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Mike Apostal
Operating Partner at Listen Ventures
Greater Chicago Area
Overview
Mike Apostal is an accomplished finance professional currently serving as an Operating Partner at Listen Ventures, with previous executive roles at Factor 75 as CEO, President, COO, and CFO. His career highlights include leading successful consumer products growth strategies at Factor 75 and holding key positions at 2x Consumer Products Growth Partners, showcasing expertise in corporate finance, commercial banking, and investment management.
Apostal's career has seen him make significant contributions to companies such as Factor 75 and The Seaweed Bath Co., demonstrating a strong track record in executive leadership and financial management across various sectors, including consumer products and wellness.
Work Experience
Operating Partner
2021 - Current
CEO
2018 - 2024
President
2017 - 2018
Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer
2015 - 2017
Factor is a subscription-based prepared meal delivery service that delivers dietitian-designed, chef-crafted meals.
Raised $2,950,000.00 from Marcy Venture Partners.
Board Observer and Corporate Secretary at The Seaweed Bath Co.
2014 - 2015
Vice President
2014 - 2015
Senior Associate
2013 - 2014
Loft Growth Partners is a principal investment firm specializing in growth capital investments.
Board Observer
2014 - 2015
Beanitos is an all-natural, high fiber, high protein, gluten-free snack company with a variety of bean-based chip products.
Associate, Consumer Food & Retail
2011 - 2013
Houlihan Lokey is an investment bank that offers financial services.
Intern
2010 - 2011
AVP - Commercial Banking
2009 - 2011
Commercial Banking Credit Analyst
2006 - 2008
Bank of America Neighborhood Builders is a signature philanthropic program that advances economic mobility and nonprofit leadership.
Intern - Europe Group
2005 - 2005