Mike Petrakis

Mike Petrakis is an entrepreneur and business leader based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.1 He is currently the Founder and CEO of Batch, a company he established in March 2020.12 Batch is described as the nation's leading party-planning platform, offering a seamless way to discover and book experiences.5

In addition to his role at Batch, Mike Petrakis is an Investor and Advisor at CollX, a position he has held since 2023.3 His involvement with CollX demonstrates his continued interest in supporting and investing in innovative ventures.

Professional Background

Prior to founding Batch, Mike Petrakis had several other entrepreneurial and leadership roles:

• Co-Founder of Batch (March 2018 - March 2020)1
• Partner at Brooklyn Athletic Club (March 2018 - Present)1
• Co-Founder & COO of WOLACO, Inc. (May 2016 - March 2018)1
• Marketing and Sales Director at Branded Boast, LLC (June 2013 - May 2016)1

Education

Mike Petrakis is an alumnus of the University of Richmond's Robins School of Business.1 His education at Richmond played a significant role in his entrepreneurial journey, as evidenced by his development of the Batch app, which addresses the challenges of planning group travel.4

Entrepreneurial Focus

Mike Petrakis has shown a consistent interest in developing solutions for group activities and experiences. His current venture, Batch, focuses on simplifying party planning and group experiences.5 This aligns with his previous work in areas such as athletic apparel (WOLACO) and his ongoing involvement with Brooklyn Athletic Club.

Mike Petrakis's career trajectory demonstrates a pattern of entrepreneurship, particularly in lifestyle and technology-driven businesses that cater to group activities and experiences.