Eric N. Stober

Director 

 

Eric Stober, 47, is a Chief Financial Officer, entrepreneur, investor, and former public company executive with a wealth of experience in finance, private equity, venture capital, and entrepreneurship.  In April 2022, he became the Chief Financial Officer for Capital Factory, the center of gravity for entrepreneurs in Texas and the most active venture capital firm in Texas by deal volume. In his role, Eric leads the company’s financial strategy and plays a pivotal role in driving growth. He joined Astrotech in 2008 and became the Chief Financial Officer in 2013. He served in that role until resigning in April 2022. Mr. Stober’s resignation was not in connection with any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices. During his tenure as our Chief Financial Officer, he played a key role in orchestrating the successful restructuring of the company, managing the $61 million sale of its satellite operations business to Lockheed Martin, and helping to reinvent the organization by launching multiple startups within the corporate ecosystem. He also spearheaded fundraising efforts totaling approximately $110 million in equity, debt, and non-dilutive grant financing.

 

Before his roles at Capital Factory and Astrotech Corporation, Eric worked in private equity at both Virtus Capital Partners and Black Diamond Capital Management where he honed his proficiency in financial management, mergers and acquisitions, and investment strategy. He also co-founded several entrepreneurial ventures.  Eric began his career in private wealth management for Lehman Brothers and the Ayco Company, which was sold to Goldman Sachs during his tenure.  Mr. Stober holds an MBA from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas where he served as President of the MBA Entrepreneur Society, the largest student-run organization on campus.  He also earned an undergraduate degree in Finance from the University of Illinois, graduating with honors.