60Alexander Schifter is a fractional CFO consultant with Centripetal Advisors, where he works with enterprise SaaS startups to help them scale effectively. In addition to his consulting role, he often invests in his clients when the opportunity arises. His entrepreneurial background and financial expertise enable him to guide SaaS founders in navigating the complexities of growing their businesses. Having run his own companies, he understands startup business planning, strategic finance, and revenue operations well.
In 2022, Alex Schifter acquired XO Expresso Bar, a specialty coffee shop known for its quality coffee and wellness drinks. He secured investor financing to expand the café into Miami, where he now serves as the owner and CEO. He oversees business development, financial planning, procurement, human resources, and payroll. He has also grown the business by launching wholesale operations and is actively pursuing new locations and franchisee partners. A new luxury location in Miami Beach is set to open later this year. Alexander also secured a three-year consulting and coffee supply agreement with the prestigious Yann Couvreur patisserie.
In 2021, Alexander co-founded Hello Arthur, an innovative medical and dental supply marketplace that allows healthcare providers to purchase directly from manufacturers. This initiative resulted in significant cost savings for customers. The company was named after Alexander's grandfather, Arthur Schifter, who played a key role in supplying medical goods during the AIDS crisis. Although Hello Arthur reached six-figure revenues, Alexander decided to wind down operations to focus on growing XO Expresso Bar.
Alexander's career began in 2015 as an Investment Bank Analyst at AGC Partners, where he helped middle-market technology companies with M&A advisory. Technology Investment Banker spanning several midsized and large regional boutiques from 2015 to 2020. He then joined DCA, a boutique investment bank in New York, where he worked on multiple digital media and technology deals. In his subsequent role at Pharus Advisors, he contributed to several M&A advisory and equity capital raise deals.
At Trousdale Capital Management, now Numeta Capital, Alexander served as Vice President in the technology growth equity space. He evaluated and executed investments in enterprise software companies, sourcing investment opportunities and conducting due diligence.
A Tufts University graduate earning a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Minor in Entrepreneurial Leadership Studies, Alexander competed as an NCAA varsity athlete. Beyond his professional achievements, he has shown a strong commitment to philanthropy, raising funds for cancer research, Habitat for Humanity, and the ALS Association. Alexander Schifter’s career and charitable efforts reflect his dedication to business excellence and social impact.