Led the development of a Midwest tech M&A practice, in collaboration with the San Francisco based tech team; advised clients regarding various strategic alternatives and growth opportunities, and executed M&A transactions for clients; selected examples include:
*Advisory experience in media, EdTech, AgTech and IoT, among others
*Tribune Publishing/tronc: Advised LA Times/Chicago Tribune owner on its defense against Gannett’s ~$1BN hostile takeover bid

Reported to the COO, engaged leadership (including SuccessFactors founder & CEO Lars Dalgaard and Ariba CEO Bob Calderoni) to refine operating plan, execute growth initiatives and report operating performance

Worked with senior bankers to advise clients regarding various strategic alternatives and growth opportunities, and to support M&A and financing transaction execution