Mick Mankowski

Managing Partner at SB Licensing

Mick Mankowski is an experienced business executive and entrepreneur with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, licensing, and consumer branded products. Here are some key details about his background and current roles:

Professional Experience

Managing Partner at Symphony Investment Partners (2010 - Present)
- Focuses on mergers, acquisitions, capital investment, and licensing
- Works with partners to identify strategic acquisitions and partnerships
- Develops licensing opportunities and strategies
President/CEO of SBL - SB Licensing (1994 - Present)
- Specializes in brand extension strategies and licensing deals
- Has generated over $2.5 billion in licensed product sales over 8 years
- Works with major brands like Fila, Body Glove, and Gotcha

Areas of Expertise

Mergers and acquisitions in consumer products sector
Branded licensing and brand extension strategies
Exit and acquisition strategies for apparel companies
Network specialist helping CEOs develop growth/exit strategies

Background

Previously owned an apparel holding company (MEI) with multiple brands
Owned apparel factories in North and South Carolina
Worked in various apparel sales and licensing roles
Graduate of University of Minnesota (BA in Business Management and Finance)

Current Focus

Mankowski leverages his extensive experience to help companies grow through strategic partnerships, licensing deals, and M&A opportunities, with a particular focus on consumer branded products and the apparel industry.1 2