Focus Strategies

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Focus Strategies Investment Banking co-hosted the monthly FEI Austin Chapter Virtual Networking Series - "Networking at Noon" on October 12, 2021. The post Focus Strategies Investment Banking Co-Hosts FEI Austin Chapter Lunch Event – “Networking at Noon” first appeared on Focus Strategies Investment Banking.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MAY 24, 2023

“Event-driven hedge funds” is one of the more confusing labels in finance. Part of the issue is that many different strategies fall within the “event-driven” category: merger arbitrage , activist investing , distressed investing, special situations, and more. If this fund is right, the company’s price may increase by 50%.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 12, 2023

Over time, investment banking recruiting has become more impersonal with developments like HireVue interviews , online tests, and recruiters conducting the initial screens. In regions like London and Hong Kong , ACs are used for investment banking , sales & trading , and other areas at banks and consulting firms.

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The TRADE

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Olivetree has made a number of new hires for its event driven trading team in London, The TRADE can reveal. David Lackenby has joined as head of event driven sales trading and Mark Brodie has been hired as an event driven sales trader. Both join from Wall Street giant Citi and will be working alongside Tim Caulton.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 15, 2023

Washington, DC, (August 15, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture and corporate finance services, announced today that it has added two new managing directors, Mike McCraw and William R. Bill”) Snow.

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Wizenius

MAY 4, 2023

As a finance student, you'll likely come across the term "term sheet" when studying investment banking and finance. In investment banking, a term sheet is a non-binding document that outlines the basic terms and conditions of an investment or financing deal between two parties. What is a Term Sheet?

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TM Capital

AUGUST 8, 2024

TM Capital Women’s Event Recap At a recent TM Capital women’s event, we had the opportunity to sit down with Wall Street trailblazer, Lawton Fitt. We walked away from the event feeling inspired and empowered to continue to do our part in supporting the success of women in our field. Realized.

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Cooley M&A

OCTOBER 13, 2023

View the recording here.

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OfficeHours

AUGUST 10, 2023

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar, a unique opportunity to gain insights from an industry professional who transitioned successfully from being an M&A Investment Banking Analyst at RBC Capital Markets into a Senior Strategy Analyst at The Walt Disney Company.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Corporate finance jobs at normal companies are bad … …if you’re using them to break into a deal-based field, such as investment banking , private equity , or venture capital , or as a “Plan B” if you interview around but do not get into one of these. not banks or investment firms).

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The TRADE

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Historically, monitoring corporate actions has been a highly labour-intensive process, costing the back-office departments of asset managers and investment banks significant time and money. The product is designed to return corporate actions data, which includes: event type, key dates and history.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 2, 2023

When you first decide to enter the world of private equity, you will undoubtedly be more overwhelmed than you were when you entered investment banking recruiting. When it comes to investment banking, there are only so many investment banks that you can choose from. and how our process works.

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

” The 2024 IT Nation Torch Award Honorees are: Partner Excellence Award: Abraham Garver , Managing Director at FOCUS Investment Banking, was recognized for his exceptional contributions to the IT Nation and ConnectWise communities, consistently driving value and supporting partners’ growth.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Distressed debt investing offers advantages over other hedge fund strategies , but the marketing often oversells the benefits. Some people can do very well at dedicated distressed funds, but in most cases, you’d be better off pursuing the strategy at a broader credit or event-driven hedge fund : What Are Distressed Debt Hedge Funds?

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Focus Investment Banking

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The Power of Connection IT Nation Connect is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of the relationships and ideas that fuel progress in the IT channel. To my colleagues at FOCUS Investment Banking, thank you for your support and partnership. Your dedication inspires me to push harder and give back more.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 12, 2023

While many firms still require or encourage investment banking experience given the rigorous training candidates will undergo in these programs, if you are able to learn finance, accounting, and investing principles, you can go for an internship in private equity. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

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OfficeHours

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

I loved my time in my Investment Banking group because I was close with my team, and they all worked hard to make sure the analysts they liked were learning and improving. The events we had outside of the office (offsites, work travel, happy hours, etc.) investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

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The TRADE

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Read more – Citi reports double-digit Q2 decline in investment banking and markets revenue Treasury and trade solutions posted its best quarter in a decade for Q3 2023 results, while services was the fastest growing business according to the results, increasing by 12%.

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The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

David Lackenby, an event driven sales trader based in London, has left the bank, as has Mark Brodie, a trader, also specialising in event driven strategies, the people said. Citi is the latest bank making cuts to its trading and investment banking unit.

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Devensoft

MAY 26, 2023

In the world of investment banking, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is a key area of focus. Investment bankers who are able to build strong relationships with clients, potential clients, and other industry professionals have a clear advantage when it comes to winning deals and completing successful transactions.

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OfficeHours

JUNE 5, 2023

Many candidates dread the paper LBO, but simply put, it is one of the most definitive “weeder” techniques used by many private equity firms and investment banking to lower the applicant pool. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.) You can also check our various course curriculums for different careers (i.e.

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The TRADE

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

His experience also includes a stint as quantitative investment strategist at ING Investment Management. Olivetree has made a number of new hires for its event-driven trading team in London. David Lackenby joined as head of event-driven sales trading and Mark Brodie joined as an event-driven sales trader.

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Focus Strategies

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Terese Everson, Director, Focus Strategies Investment Banking and Chair of the University of Texas McCombs BBA Advisory Board led the advisory meeting on October 15, 2021. The post Terese Everson Leads University of Texas McCombs BBA Advisory Board Meeting first appeared on Focus Strategies Investment Banking.

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MergersCorp M&A International

MARCH 22, 2024

MergersCorp M&A International, a leading investment banking and mergers and acquisitions advisory firm, is excited to announce its support of The Art Miami Swiss Crypto Valley Association, a Swiss Association registered in Einsiedeln, Kanton Schwyz.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

APRIL 24, 2024

But then recruiting moved up, the MBA process became more structured, and now we have 4-year-olds aiming for “Target Kindergartens” so they can eventually get into investment banking ~15 years in the future. where you attend a few days of events and workshops and get fast-tracked for first-round interviews if you do well enough.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

APRIL 8, 2024

Shifting economic conditions, changing regulations, and geopolitical events impact all buyers’ appetite for acquisitions and the price and terms they will offer. Investment banks that can stay agile, pivot quickly and strategically, and make decisions nimbly are closing great deals even in a volatile environment.

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OfficeHours

MAY 16, 2023

When certain positive or negative market events occur, concentration can result in high price volatility as hedge funds try to get out of a concentrated position. This can help offset potential losses and reduce risk by keeping their investors’ money safe from negative market events. investment banking, private equity , VC, etc.)

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MergersCorp M&A International

AUGUST 6, 2024

Hosting the Olympic Games is a prestigious event that brings significant economic benefits to the host country. Jobs range from construction workers and engineers to hospitality staff and event managers. The event is projected to generate between EUR 6.7 billion in net economic income for the Paris region.

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How2Exit

JANUARY 29, 2024

After working in various roles in engineering, project management, and investment banking, Pete realized that he wanted to be closer to the action and have a direct impact on the success of a business. There are various platforms and events where searchers can connect with other like-minded individuals.

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Solganick & Co.

AUGUST 24, 2023

ACG LA Business Conference, September 12-13, 2023 – Beverly Hills, CA We are excited to meet our investment banking and private equity peers at this once-a-year event. is a data-driven investment bank and M&A advisory firm focused exclusively on software and technology services companies.

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Chesapeake Corporate Advisors

JANUARY 13, 2023

We successfully advised five clients on liquidity events last year, and despite headwinds and whispers of recession, look forward to an equally successful year in 2023. CCA’S investment banking team successfully completed five deal transactions across healthcare, engineering, and a variety of other industries.

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Focus Investment Banking

AUGUST 27, 2023

Supply Chain Digitization: Disruptions in global supply chains prompted many companies to invest in supply chain digitization, using technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain for better visibility and efficiency. Contact Mitch at mitch.prust@focusbankers.com.

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The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

He joins from Credit Suisse where he had been serving as head of sales for EMEA for the bank’s advanced execution sales (AES) team. Prior to joining Credit Suisse in 2006, Hilton spent six years at UBS Investment Bank as a director.

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Focus Strategies

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Focus Strategies Investment Banking served as a Specialty Hole Sponsor for the 7th Annual ARMA Golf Tournament and teamed with ARMA Golfers to raise $4000 for Northeast Early College High School's Manufacturing programs.

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The TRADE

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Previously in his career, he served as president and chief executive of TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation for eight years and as vice chairman of TD Bank Financial Group. Banque, Banca Commerciale, and Lugano Espirito Santo Investment Bank. Banque, Banca Commerciale, and Lugano Espirito Santo Investment Bank.

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Focus Investment Banking

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

It stands to reason that a company overly dependent on any one customer, end market, supplier, vendor or employee is more susceptible to disruption of its business operations in the event of an external shock to the system.

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Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 13, 2023

The Impact on Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, Venture Capital, and Tech Startups The good news is that nothing here affects investment banking in the U.S. And the middle-market and boutique investment banks don’t have much presence in commercial lending anyway, so they’re not at risk of bank runs.

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