Outcome Focused

M&A and Negotiation Expertise

Technology Investment Banking & Corporate Advisory

Director at Peak Technology Partners with 15+ years in technology investment banking. Over $12 billion in executed transaction value, bringing institutional-grade expertise to technology company boards seeking transformational growth and strategic outcomes.

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15+

Years Investment Banking Excellence

$12B+

Total Transaction Value Executed

50+

Complex Transactions Completed

M&A

Industry Recognition & Awards

Career Excellence

Investment Banking Leadership

Deep transactional expertise across technology M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory, with recognition as an emerging leader in technology investment banking by The M&A Advisor.

Director, Technology Investment Banking

Peak Technology Partners
Current Position

Leading complex M&A transactions and capital raises for technology companies. Over $12 billion in executed transaction value across private and public markets, specializing in optimal positioning and competitive processes that maximize shareholder value.

Senior Vice President

D.A. Davidson & Co.
Technology Coverage Group

Senior investment banker in D.A. Davidson's technology practice, executing complex M&A transactions and IPO processes. Developed deep sector expertise across enterprise software, cybersecurity, and financial technology verticals.

Vice President

Jefferies LLC
Technology Investment Banking

Investment banking professional in Jefferies' technology group, gaining comprehensive experience in transaction execution, valuation analysis, and client relationship management across the technology ecosystem.

Operating & Investment Experience

Lighter Capital & SecondMarket
Technology Company Operations

Senior Director at Lighter Capital focused on early-stage technology investments. Early employee at SecondMarket (acquired by NASDAQ), providing firsthand operational perspective that informs board-level strategic thinking.

Transaction Excellence

Notable Transaction Experience

Representative transactions demonstrating expertise across M&A, capital markets, and strategic advisory in technology sector deals ranging from growth-stage to large-cap public companies.

Major M&A Transactions

Large-Cap Technology Deals
$12B+ Total Transaction Value

Led execution on marquee transactions including complex merger transactions, strategic acquisitions by private equity firms, and multi-billion dollar technology company combinations across diverse verticals.

Capital Markets Excellence

IPO & Public Offerings
Public Market Expertise

Extensive experience in IPO processes, follow-on offerings, and public market transactions for technology companies. Deep understanding of public market dynamics and institutional investor requirements.

Growth & Middle Market

Strategic & Financial Buyers
Diverse Transaction Types

Comprehensive experience across growth equity transactions, management buyouts, recapitalizations, and strategic sales to both financial sponsors and corporate acquirers in technology sector.

Emerging Technology Focus

Innovation-Driven Deals
Next-Generation Technologies

Active involvement in transactions involving AI, data analytics, cloud infrastructure, and other emerging technology areas, maintaining deep market intelligence on innovation trends.

Investment Portfolio

Technology Investment Portfolio

Strategic investments in high-growth technology companies across diverse sectors, demonstrating active participation in the technology ecosystem and market insight.

Yassir

Multi-service super app

Magic

AI-powered automation platform

VOIZ

Voice technology solutions

Genies

Avatar technology platform

Workstream

Workforce management platform

Monument

Digital health platform

Unit21

Risk & compliance platform

Rehive

Financial services platform

THE LIST

Digital platform

GoSats

Cryptocurrency platform

Brave Health

Mental health platform

Upstream

Mobile technology platform

Canvs

AI-powered insights platform

Exited

Lighter Capital

Growth capital platform

Schoology

Education technology platform

Exited

SecondMarket

Private securities trading platform

Exited
Board Expertise

Strategic Board Value Proposition

Combining institutional-grade M&A expertise with deep technology market intelligence to guide technology companies through complex strategic decisions, capital raising, and value optimization initiatives.

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M&A Strategy & Execution

Deep expertise in positioning companies for premium valuations, conducting competitive sale processes, and negotiating complex transactions that maximize stakeholder value through optimal timing and strategic positioning.

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Capital Markets & Growth Financing

Comprehensive experience across capital raising strategies, from growth equity to IPO processes. Understanding of institutional investor requirements and public market dynamics for technology companies.

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Strategic Positioning & Valuation

Proven ability to develop compelling strategic narratives, optimize competitive positioning, and structure transactions that reflect full enterprise value across diverse technology verticals and market cycles.

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Technology Market Intelligence

Deep understanding of technology sector dynamics, emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and strategic buyer motivations gained through 50+ transactions and ongoing market participation.

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Stakeholder Relationship Management

Exceptional experience managing complex stakeholder dynamics across management teams, investors, strategic partners, and professional service providers in high-stakes transaction environments.

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Governance & Fiduciary Excellence

Commitment to highest standards of corporate governance, fiduciary responsibility, and ethical business practices. Registered Representative maintaining strict regulatory and professional compliance.

Recognition & Education

Professional Recognition & Foundation

Academic excellence and industry recognition reflecting commitment to professional development, community leadership, and maintaining the highest standards in technology investment banking.

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Academic Excellence

Bachelor of Arts in Economics, cum laude, from Miami University (OH). Strong analytical foundation supporting sophisticated financial analysis, valuation modeling, and strategic transaction structuring.

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Industry Recognition

Named emerging leader in technology investment banking by The M&A Advisor, recognizing excellence in transaction execution, client service, and contributions to the technology M&A community.

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Community Leadership

Recognized by Wichita Business Journal as part of the next generation of city and community leaders, demonstrating commitment to civic engagement and regional economic development.

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Professional Registration

Registered Representative of Finalis Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC. Maintains adherence to the highest professional, ethical, and regulatory standards in investment banking practice.

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