Who we are

JCL Strategic is led by Mina Mishrikey. As a seasoned financial executive with over two decades of experience spanning private equity, investment banking, and corporate finance, Mina brings comprehensive strategic financial leadership to growing companies. Currently Mina serves as the Head of Investment at Merida Capital Holdings, a private equity platform with over $250 million in assets under management comprising more than 70 companies. This hands-on experience working with early and growth-stage companies provides unique insights into what drives successful scaling and effective financial management.

His experience includes serving on multiple boards of innovative companies across sectors including biotech, healthcare, CPG, and non-profits where he's helped guide strategic financial decisions and growth initiatives. Previously, Mina led the North American structured finance derivatives business at Deutsche Bank, developing deep expertise in complex financial strategies and risk management.

As an outsourced CFO, Mina leverages this diverse background to provide strategic financial guidance tailored to early and growth-stage companies. His approach combines rigorous financial analysis with practical growth strategies, helping companies optimize cash flow, prepare for fundraising, and build sustainable financial foundations.

Mina resides in Philadelphia with his wife, Leslie, and three children - Jack, Charlie, and Layla.

Education & Certifications:

• B.S. in Finance from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

• CFA® Charterholder

• CPA (inactive)