Our People
Our clients engage us for our expertise and industry knowledge. They continue to work with us, year after year – and often for decades – because of the character of our people.
9%
employee growth over prior year
5
consecutive years named as a best place to work
625+
professionals aligned for your success
Meet our Senior Team

I am enthusiastic about creating sustainable growth and the highest value for our clients, and strive to leave a positive footprint beyond any successful M&A transaction.
Friedrich Bieselt
Managing Director | Management Board Member
Frankfurt
I enjoy leading clients and realizing their objectives, while structuring solutions to issues that are both intriguing and challenging.
Øyvind Bjordal
Managing Director | Head of Switzerland
Zurich
My goal is to inspire and motivate our people to make a true impact with their clients, their colleagues and their communities.
Robert Brown
Managing Director | CEO North America
Chicago
Building long-term relationships is key for me personally – I want to be the advisor of trust for my clients.
Michael Drill
Managing Director | Chairman of the Management Board | CEO Germany
Frankfurt
My approach to building a relationship with each and every client begins and ends with trust. I want to be viewed as a true advisor, focused on our client’s long-term success.
Eric Malchow
Managing Director | President North America
Chicago
I take an active role in every stage of the transaction process in order to achieve the goals of my clients.
Iván Marina
Managing Director | CEO Spain
Madrid
The ability to position clients so they can realize value and achieve their goals is what inspires me.
Phillip McCreanor
Managing Director | Head of Investment Banking, UK & Nordics
London
I am passionate about this job and the beauty of succeeding in my country in supporting our clients to reach their goals.
Saverio Rondelli
Managing Director | CEO Italy
Milan
My approach with our bankers and clients is to listen, pay attention to detail, anticipate and keep an eye on the big picture.
James Sinclair
Managing Director | CEO Brazil
São Paulo