Michael T. Sweeney

Managing Partner

Mike was recruited by the company’s founders in 2000. When Mike joined the firm, he brought with him a wealth of experience in both operating management and corporate finance roles, most recently as President of Starbucks Coffee Company (UK) Ltd. in London.

Prior to his international corporate leadership experience, Mike spent several years as an entrepreneur developing and selling franchise companies for both Blockbuster Video and Papa John's Pizza. While he was at Blockbuster, he had the opportunity to work closely with Goldner Hawn when it became the business’ lead investor. Mike’s career in corporate finance also includes Merrill Lynch in New York and Phoenix and a boutique investment banking business he launched, built and sold.

Mike currently serves on the board of Goldner Hawn portfolio companies Allen Edmonds, Transport America and Wilsons Leather. He also holds a board position at the Guthrie Theater, and formerly at the Walker Art Center. Mike is also a director at First Solar Corporation.

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