Malcolm Appelbaum

CFO, Financial Consultant, Board Member and Compliance Officer

Malcolm Appelbaum is a seasoned financial executive currently serving as the President of AppleTree Advisors Inc., a consulting firm he founded that provides accounting, finance, and operational assistance to companies facing challenges related to underperformance or rapid growth. He has held this position since December 1999, with a brief hiatus from 2013 to 2016 when he also served as the Chief Financial Officer and Managing Director at Gemspring Capital.1 2

Professional Background

AppleTree Advisors Inc.: Founded in 1999, the firm focuses on assisting private equity owners and their portfolio companies through periods of financial stress or growth. Appelbaum's role involves analyzing financial performance, implementing improvement initiatives, and acting as an interim CFO when necessary.1
Previous Roles:
- Gemspring Capital (2016-Present): Established accounting and compliance infrastructure for a private equity fund.1
- Globe Specialty Metals (2008-2013): Led finance teams and took the company public on NASDAQ.1
- Wand Partners (1992-1999): Partner responsible for transaction sourcing and due diligence in a middle-market private equity fund.1

Education

Columbia University - Columbia Business School: MBA in Finance and Operations (1989-1991)
City University of New York-Brooklyn College: Bachelor of Science in Accounting (1978-1982).1

Malcolm Appelbaum's extensive experience spans over three decades in various financial roles, making him a prominent figure in financial consulting and private equity sectors.