• Diligence
• Curiosity

Aashish has been with Eli for over 2 years. He is primarily responsible to help get a comprehensive due diligence put together on potential acquisitions. He works closely with independent consultants to facilitate an enquiry into the financial and commercial potential of the business.

In his past roles he worked on the M&A desk for a listed pharmaceutical and Life sciences Company & a family office. Aashish completed his PGDM from the Amity Business School & the Financial Engineering programme jointly offered by the Indian School of Business & the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

• Deal valuations & structuring
• Inquisitive
• Analytical

Abhinav has been with Eli Global for 7 years and is currently managing M&A in the Asia pacific region. Based in India, he is responsible for target identifications, research, & valuations. He also manages portfolio performances reporting for ELI Global companies. A self-driven multitasker, Abhinav is passionate about getting the right deal done at the right time.

Abhinav holds a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from DAV College and an MBA from T.A.Pai Management Institute. He is also a CFA charterholder.

• Roll up your sleeves
• Never give up
• Team spirit

Alex joined Eli Global in early 2016. His aim is to develop our footprint in Europe, mainly in France and Spain. However, his adaptability to different cultures push him even out of those borders. In fact, in addition to his strong financial background, he Is a multi-languages speaker. He is in line with our philosophy which could be summed up by the following quote: “Think globally and act locally”.

His persistence helps a lot to get things done.

Alex received his Master in Finance from a known Business School in France

• Relationship builder
• Originator
• Detail oriented

Amitabh joined Eli in 2017.  His responsibilities include originating and executing value creating transaction for Eli and managing the M&A support team. He leverages his global relationships to originate deals and uses his extensive deal experience to execute value adding transactions.

Prior to Eli, he has c.18 years of investment banking and financial advisory experience with banks (HSBC, Investec) in UK and Big 4 in India on M&A and financing transactions across the world in diverse sectors (resources, energy, technology, digital media , consumer etc.) for diverse clients (start-ups to global majors).

Amitabh has a Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from Indian Institute of Technology  (IIT) Kharagpur, an MBA from SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai and a Masters in Finance from London Business School.

• Determined
• Deal Creator
• Hard Working

Andrew joined Eli Global in 2017, where he focuses on sourcing and structuring acquisitions.  He is passionate about finding the strategic fit for potential companies and managing the due diligence to get the deal to the finish line. Prior to joining Eli, Andrew worked at O’Reilly AlphaTech Ventures (OATV) who pioneered the category we call seed investing and Indie.vc.  Andrew was a junior partner at Arch Lane Capital, a Newport Beach-based private equity and debt fund. Before Arch Lane, Andrew led the implementation and modeling for Decathlon Capital’s revenue based financing fund out of Park City, UT.

Andrew received his Bachelors of Science in Economics from the University of Utah.

• Self-improver
• Methodical
• Diligent

Antoine joined Eli Global in April 2016. He has a background in economics and statistics. Antoine is a highly adaptable person, comfortable working with people from different backgrounds and cultures. He enjoys learning about new businesses and industries. Based out of the Maltese office, Antoine has been working on European M&A leads within various industries, namely IT services and software companies.

Antoine holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) degree in Economics from the University of Malta.

• Resilient
• Dependable
• Relationship Builder

Brandon joined Eli in 2017 with solid experience in banking and corporate finance. Current responsibilities cover end-to-end M&A process for prospective acquisitions, from initial target identification, financial modeling, due diligence to deal closing in Asia Pacific.

Brandon holds a first class honours bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with majors in Finance and Information Systems from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

• Detailed
• Efficient
• Relationship Builder

Caitlin joined Eli in 2015. Current responsibilities are dedicated to the M&A team by driving efficiencies in project management, operational processes, and the M&A pipeline. She drives deals to close and seeks to leverage opportunities for our portfolios across our global presence. Her background is in operational logistics and process improvement. Prior to joining Eli, she had the privilege of managing the overall operations and resources of a local company as an Operations Director, while developing and executing upon growth and management strategies that propelled them into launching another location.

Caitlin holds a BA in Communication Studies from UNC-Chapel Hill as well as certificates in Financial Statement Analysis & Accounting, and Financial Modeling & Corporate Valuation.

• Strategic
• Determined
• Creative

Conor joined the London team of Eli Global in 2017. As a member of Eli Global’s M&A team, his responsibilities include the sourcing and execution of investment opportunities across the UK & Europe. He is focused on growth investments and seeks to generate synergies with group portfolio companies. Prior to joining Eli Global, Conor worked for leading mid-market investment banks (Teneo Capital & Jefferies) with a focus on the broader industrials sector.

Conor holds a Bachelors Degree in Economics & Business from Trinity College, Dublin.

• Deal Creator
• Strategic Thinker
• Business Development

Craig joined Eli Global in August 2017 as an Analyst on the M&A team. Based in Dublin, his primary focus is creating deal opportunities for the Clanwilliam Group Portfolio. He is responsible for managing the Clanwilliam Group M&A pipeline and supporting deal progression at various stages of the process. Always one for the bigger picture, Craig analyses potential targets from a strategically led perspective and is always curious to hear what potential sellers believe they can bring to the Eli Global Family.

Craig holds a Masters in Strategic Management Accounting from the UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School and a Bachelor of Commerce from University College Dublin.

• Approachable
• Creative
• Pragmatic

David joined Eli Global in December 2016. Based in the UK, David works across a range of software, technology and services based sectors and is responsible for the complete investment process from researching potential opportunities to deal closing.

David holds a BA (Honours) degree in finance and accounting from the University of Strathclyde Business School in Glasgow and is also a Chartered Certified Accountant and a CFA charterholder.

• Determined
• Self-motivated
• Relationship Builder

David joined Eli Global in November, 2016. He is responsible for researching prospective acquisitions and managing deals all the way through the due diligence process to deal closing. David looks at various different sectors including healthcare, IT services and Fintech within the European market. David holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Dublin Institute of Technology and a Professional Certificate in Stockbroking from the Institute of Banking, University College Dublin.

• Strategic mind-set
• Relationship builder
• Multi-tasker

Dónal joined the Eli Global in 2014. As the leader of Eli Global’s M&A team for the RoW, his responsibilities include managing the output of European and Australasian M&A teams while also sourcing and executing investment opportunities across Europe and Australasia. He works with each of Eli Global’s Portfolio Managers to ensure their M&A strategies are achieved. Prior to joining Eli Global, Dónal trained to be a chartered accountant with KPMG and subsequently worked in Irish boutique private investment firm Raglan Capital.

Dónal holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from UCD and a Master in Accounting from the Smurfit School of Business (Dublin, Ireland).

• Enthusiastic
• Curious
• Relationship Builder

Dorian joined Eli in 2017. He is responsible for identifying and executing on investment opportunities in the DACH region and internationally. Further Dorian works on establishing Eli’s presence in Germany and handles all administrative and relationship building tasks around this.

Prior to joining Eli, Dorian worked as strategy consultant mainly focused a strategy and commercial due diligence projects in the TMT and industrials sectors. He also was an investment manager for a privately backed long-term PE firm.  He enjoys combining his high level of professionalism with his people skills to establish Eli’s exciting and unique investment model in the DACH region.

Dorian holds a BA in Business Administration from the University of St. Gallen as well an MSc . from the London School of Economics with terms abroad at the National University of Singapore and the Kellogg  School of Management.

• Entrepreneurial
• Business Builder
• Disciplined Execution

Ed Hrvatin is a senior member of the M&A team and is responsible for deal sourcing, transaction execution and management of private equity investments. He manages relationships and deal sourcing through an extensive network of investment bankers and deal professionals. Ed has over 25 years of business and investment experience. He was with GE Capital for 10 years where he was Chief Marketing Officer in GE’s private equity business.  Ed also has extensive operating experience in engineering, marketing, sales and business development working with middle market technology, aerospace, industrial and distribution companies.

Ed received his MBA in Corporate Finance from the Lubin School of Business, Pace University, and BS, Magna Cum Laude, Mechanical Engineering from New York Institute of Technology.

• Relationship builder
• Team Player
• Integrity

Erin joined Eli Global in September of 2015 as an M&A Business Development Associate engaging with prospective company owners/senior executives to match their company profile with various Eli Global acquisition needs.  In 2017, Erin was promoted to Business Development Manager developing the infrastructure and inside sales force for generating acquisition targets.  Erin works with the different portfolio leaders to manage their acquisition deal pipeline.

Erin believes that communication, honesty, and hard work are the key ingredients to success. She is a team player and eager to help lead others to success too.

Erin received her Bachelors of Business with a concentration in Finance from North Carolina State University.

• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Planner

Jean Claude joined Eli Global in April 2015. Based out of Malta, he is responsible for generating and managing M&A deals in various sectors including life insurance, healthcare technology and cybersecurity within the European market. Jean Claude holds a Master of Commerce: Business Strategy from the University of New South Wales, Sydney and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Malta.

• Results-oriented
• Self-motivated and driven
• Analytical and observant

Jeffrey joined Eli Global in August 2017. He assists in the execution of M&A transactions and investments in the Asia Pacific region and is responsible for deal origination, research and valuations. Jeffrey enjoys the challenge of learning about new businesses and industries. Jeffrey has a background in corporate advisory, asset finance and credit risk.

Jeffrey holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) from the University of New South Wales and is currently a CFA Level II Candidate.

• Entrepreneurship
• Driven
• Relationship Management

Jenny May joined Eli in 2017. She is responsible for managing a pipeline of M&A opportunities from origination to deal closing in the Asia Pacific region. She enjoys working with entrepreneurs and management teams on exciting new M&A opportunities to build, grow and scale their business.  Prior to joining Eli, she has 5 years’ experience in an international private equity and real estate investment firm serving institutional investors including leading sovereign wealth fund and Chinese insurance companies as a Senior Manager. She performed full spectrum of roles including development and implementation of investors relations activities/ fund raising campaigns, coordination of transaction execution, research, legal and compliance and fund administrations.

Jenny May holds a Bachelor degree in Business Administration (International Business) from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and legal studies from University of Sydney.

• Esprit de Corps
• Deal Structuring
• Former Entrepreneur

John joined Eli Global in March, 2017.  He works directly with owners from start to deal close for the 3BL Holdings portfolio.  Previously he was an entrepreneur and venture capitalist, and enjoys structuring deals with shared financial upside in the near and long term.  John graduated from Harvard University and is a veteran of the US Marine Corps.

• Tenacious
• Relationship builder
• Determined

Jordan joined Eli in January 2017 to support the behavioral healthcare portfolio. Jordan is self-driven, goal-oriented and motivated to invest in quality leaders within the substance abuse, mental health and technology space in an effort to create a full continuum of care globally. Current responsibilities include target identification, company valuation, driving deals to close and evaluating synergies along the way. Her intuitive understanding of events and potential outcomes coupled with her strong interpersonal-skills makes her an abstract problem-solver. She’s a natural leader in bringing the right people together at the right time for the right deal that makes sense for both sides.

Jordan received her BSBA in Finance from East Carolina University in Greenville, NC.

• Diligent
• Focused
• Motivated

Joe joined Eli Global in early 2017. He is responsible for identifying acquisition targets and leading deal processes in the UK and Europe, across the range of sectors that Eli Global invests in. Joe utilizes his financial background and commercial deal experience to identify the right companies that fit with Eli Global’s philosophy and to agree the deal terms that work for everybody.

Joe holds a BSc in Economics from the University of Nottingham and qualified as a Chartered Accountant at KPMG.

• Just gets things done
• Relationship builder
• Seller/Owner advocate

Kathy joined Eli Global in February 2014 to help build the M&A lead management and sales team and implement processes for identifying privately owned companies, managing the deal process and driving deals to close. A strategic thinker who can simultaneously pay attention to every detail, Kathy is known for driving projects to success. Kathy’s friendly approachability and inclusive nature makes her a perfect relationship builder, with just a touch of steel about her, which shows she means business. She combines a keen business acumen with personal integrity and a sense of humor.

Kathy received her BA in Communications from Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, NC.

• Deal valuations & structuring
• Motivated
• People skills

Kunal joined ELI Global in September 2015. Based in India he is responsible for executing the entire deal cycle from screening to closure. Kunal has exceptional analytical skills along with a high aptitude for numbers. Well versed with M&A in the APAC region, his expertise lies in the Indian sub-continent. His background in finance and motivation enable him to get the best deal. Prior to joining ELI, he was part of the Investing banking team for one of the top global banks.

Kunal received a master’s degree in Financial Economics from the University of Essex, UK and a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Delhi.

• Detail oriented
• Energetic
• Likeable

Laurent joined the London team of Eli Global in 2017. As a member of Eli Global’s M&A team, his responsibilities include the sourcing and execution of investment opportunities across Europe. He drives deals to close and seeks to leverage opportunities for our portfolio of companies. As a French national Laurent is also spearheading Eli Global’s investment effort in French speaking countries. Prior to joining Eli Global, Laurent has worked for various mid-market investment banks (Commerzbank, DC Advisory and RW Baird) with a strong focus on the healthcare sector.

Laurent holds a Master in Management from Audencia Business School (Grande Ecole in Nantes, France) as well as an MSc. in Investment and Finance from University of Strathclyde (Glasgow, UK).

Mark joined Eli Global in January 2018. As a member of Eli Global’s M&A team, his responsibilities include the sourcing and execution of investment opportunities across Europe. Mark looks at various sectors including healthcare, IT services, CIT and fintech within the European market. Prior to joining Eli Global, Mark trained to become a chartered accountant and chartered tax advisor with Deloitte.

Mark holds a Bachelor of Commerce from University College Dublin (UCD) and a Master in Accounting from the UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business. 

• Never stop learning
• Energetic
• Determined

Marty joined Eli Global in February, 2014. He helps with getting deals started and pushing deals all the way through the process. Marty has been active in numerous different industries.

Marty combines his financial background with his people-skills to work with sellers on figuring out what is best for both sides. He is not afraid to get his hands dirty and enjoys learning about new businesses.

Marty received his Bachelors of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and Marketing from The University of Iowa.

• Meticulous
• Determined
• Strategic planner

Melanie joined Eli Global in May 2016 to focus on the company’s European expansion plan. She is currently responsible for generating leads and being actively involved throughout the whole M&A process. Her role includes the identification of potential business prospect opportunities and direct participation in the due diligence and negotiation process that follows.  Melanie has been active in a number of different industries, allowing her to become more proficient in the analysis of various business models. She is motivated by challenges and intrigued by the stories of successful businesses.

Melanie holds a first class honours bachelor’s degree in Business Enterprise from the Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology. She is currently in the final stages to obtain an MBA with specialisation in International Business and Corporate Finance from Anglia Ruskin University.

• Team Player
• Passionate
• Point Person or Go Getter

Nick joined Eli Global in July, 2016. He helps with getting deals started and crafting them to create a win/win scenario for the company and Eli Global. Nick provides analytics support and insight on financial and relationship-based decisions. He enjoys helping companies expand and develop to their full potential. Nick received his Bachelor of Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and holds a Master of Business Administration from Campbell University.

• Inquisitive
• Persistent
• Affable

Rick joined Eli Global in March, 2016. He is responsible for originating, negotiating and executing M&A transactions for Eli Global across Australasia. Prior to joining Eli Global, Rick spent two years in investment banking advising a broad range of clients on M&A, equity and debt transactions.

Rick holds a Master of Finance and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of New South Wales.

• Self-starter
• Industrious
• Thoughtful

Saurabh joined Eli Global in February 2014. His work is to identify industries/ targets which can be considered by Eli for acquisition. He is managing M&A research team and also supports Eli to acquire companies in APAC region. He also works on analyzing movement of M&A deals. He knows how to get every work done in timely and efficient manner.

Saurabh has done B.Tech from IIT BHU and MBA Finance from IMT Ghaziabad.

• Deal Creator
• Due Diligence
• Financial Analyst

Sean T. McNeill joined Eli Global in August 2013 as an Associate on the M&A team. He is responsible for all parts of the M&A process for prospective acquisitions from initial target identification, financial modeling, due diligence to the closing of deals. A strategic thinker with a corporate finance background, Sean prides himself on his detail orientation and organizational skills that he utilizes to set corporate M&A strategy, perform financial analysis, and lead due diligence teams on prospective deals.

Sean received his BS in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan Flagler Business School and has passed Level I and is a Level II Candidate of the CFA Program.

• Curious
• Energetic
• Pragmatic

Tom joined Eli Global in 2017 and has been involved in sourcing, negotiating and executing equity and debt deals for the broader Eli Global portfolio.

Prior to Eli Global, Tom spent two years at Cisco Systems working on acquisition integrations.  Prior to Cisco, Tom worked at Path BioAnalytics, a pulmonary life sciences company where he helped with early stage business planning, and Freudenberg Nonwovens where he worked on strategic acquisitions.

Tom received a B.A. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.