Mike Z.

Mike Z. is an accomplished entrepreneur and advisor with extensive experience in the consumer packaged goods and beverage industries. As the Founder and CXO of Coconut Cartel since 2012, Mike was a pioneer in importing fresh coconuts from El Salvador and utilizing laser engravers for branding. Currently, Mike advises Holy! Water, focusing on functional beverages, and serves as a partner at MesoAmex, facilitating connections in the CPG space. Additional roles include being an investor in IBEX Mercado, an early-stage investor in Empirical Spirits, and a strategic advisor for VAICACAO®. Mike's advisory experience further extends to CALA, where involvement in the fashion industry provides valuable insights. Previous experience includes serving as the Local Entrepreneur Partner for Our/Miami Vodka, a project backed by Pernod Ricard. Mike Z. completed an education at Escuela Americana from 2002 to 2005.