Michael Cooke
About Michael Cooke
Michael Cooke serves as the Chief Financial Officer at TIGER 21, bringing over 15 years of experience in financial services and corporate finance. He specializes in private equity and portfolio company operations, with a focus on the business and consumer services as well as technology sectors.
Current Role at TIGER 21
Michael Cooke serves as the Chief Financial Officer at TIGER 21, a position he has held since 2022. His role involves overseeing the financial operations and strategic financial planning for the organization. He works remotely from New York, NY, contributing to the company's mission of empowering high-net-worth individuals through peer-to-peer learning and investment strategies.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining TIGER 21, Michael Cooke held several key positions in finance. He was the Chief Financial Officer at TechMD from 2020 to 2022, and prior to that, he served as the Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance & Operations at 3STEP Sports from 2015 to 2020. His experience also includes roles at American Capital and Hudson Sustainable Group, where he focused on portfolio company operations and investment banking.
Education and Expertise
Michael Cooke earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Management from Bucknell University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Loyola University Maryland, completing his studies from 2017 to 2020. His academic background supports his specialization in private equity and portfolio company operations.
Diverse Industry Experience
Michael Cooke has over 15 years of experience in financial services and corporate finance. His career began in investment banking and private equity roles, and he has worked extensively in both business and consumer services as well as technology sectors. He has also spent six years in the events and hospitality industry, demonstrating a diverse professional background.
Achievements in Corporate Development
Throughout his career, Michael Cooke has executed numerous mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financing, and corporate development deals. His extensive hands-on experience includes helping companies scale efficiently as an advisor, investor, and executive, particularly focusing on privately held B2B and B2C services organizations.