May 2016
New York based David Jorgenson, who joined Equiteq two years ago as Global Head of M&A, succeeds Paul Collins as CEO of Equiteq. Jorgenson has advised business owners, shareholders and C-level executives on every aspect of growth and value realization during his 20-year career as a technology consultant and investment banker. He is an expert in every aspect of corporate financial advisory - from valuation, strategic financial advisory, public and private equity and debt financing, exit planning, M&A strategy and execution. Collins, who will take on a new role within Equiteq as Chairman of the Board of Directors, commented: “Following expansion into North America and Asia-Pacific, Equiteq is closing a record number of deals and will benefit from a new team to take it forward. David is a very experienced advisor in the professional services and IT services space and is uniquely suited to lead Equiteq in its next phase of growth.”
Jorgenson, has made two new appointments: Nicodemo Esposito, has been promoted to Managing Director, Head of M&A and Strategic Advisory North America and Alex White, previously Head of Private Equity at BDO Corporate Finance, joins Equiteq as Managing Director, Head of M&A and Strategic Advisory Europe. Jean-Louis Michelet will continue to lead the Asia Pacific region as Managing Director, Head of M&A and Strategic Advisory Asia Pacific.
Jorgenson commented: “Equiteq has developed a unique business model combining deep industry expertise with premier transaction capabilities. I am very excited about the opportunity to develop our global execution model and continue delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients.”
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