Bio

As a Managing Director in the firm's Strategy and Valuation practice, Michael is responsible for merger and acquisition analysis and strategic planning focused on financial analysis and shareholder value creation. Michael has over 10 years of experience in business valuation and investment banking services, including capital raises, management buyouts and M&A. Many of Michael’s projects involve the preparation of financial models and materials which include projections, operating budgets, business plans, competitor and industry analysis, and strategic planning. Michael began his career with T.Rowe Price in 2004, and has also worked as a financial analyst at Ellin & Tucker, Chartered, with a focus on financial advisory and valuation services. During his time with Ellin & Tucker, Mike performed valuations for privately held businesses, intangible assets and intellectual property, stock options, ESOP interests, and mergers and acquisitions. Michael is currently in the process of becoming an Accredited Senior Appraiser of the American Society of Appraisers. Michael earned a BA in finance from Loyola University in Maryland and an MBA in finance from the Sellinger School of Business at Loyola University in Maryland. He currently serves on the board of directors of Abilities Network a non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities.