Michael Praljak

Joined Prairie:

2021

Education:

  • Indiana University (BS in Finance)
  • University of Chicago (MBA)

Michael Praljak

Vice President

mpraljak@prairie-capital.com312.701.0080
Michael Praljak

Joined Prairie:

2021

Education:

  • Indiana University (BS in Finance)
  • University of Chicago (MBA)

EXPERIENCE

Michael currently serves as a Vice President of Prairie Capital. He is responsible for analyzing new investment opportunities, conducting due diligence and assisting in the ongoing management of the firm’s portfolio companies.

Prior to Prairie, Michael was a Senior Associate at Water Street Healthcare Partners in Chicago, where he focused on sourcing, evaluating, and executing investment opportunities in the healthcare industry.

He began his career as an Analyst in the Global Mergers and Acquisitions Group at BofA Merrill Lynch in New York City, where he worked on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures across a variety of industries.

OTHER

Michael is a member of the Young Professionals Board for HFS Chicago Scholars. He and his fiancée live in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago.

Current Portfolio

  • Blue Alliance IT
  • STAR Autism Support Logo
  • Sgt Clean Car Wash logo

Select Prior Portfolio

  • Fairway Lawns