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Ron Kahn
Managing Director & Global Co-Head of Valuations & Opinions
ChicagoMeet Professionals with Complementary Expertise in Valuations & Opinions
I find immense fulfillment in enabling clients to achieve their objectives and navigate the complexities of today's ever-changing landscape.
Chris Croft
Managing Director & Co-Head of Transaction Opinions
New York
I enjoy sharing insights about market and valuation trends with my clients, while also leading a differentiated and high-touch process.
Brian Garfield
Managing Director & Head of U.S. Portfolio Valuations
New York
I enhance my clients’ decision making and governance processes by providing independent and objective financial advice in a highly responsive manner.
Chris Gregory
Managing Director & Co-Head of Transaction Opinions
New York
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Webinar | Q2 European Private Market Insights and Q3 Outlook
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Fireside Chat: Private Market Insights
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Webinar | Valuations & Opinions Group Q2 2024 Private Market Webinar
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City A.M. | UK Acquisition Deals Fall to Pandemic Low as Foreign Eyes Turn Away from London
Originally posted by City A.M. on June 4, 2024. UK M&A fell to its lowest in March since 2020, with foreign firms’ purchases of British businesses nearly halving over Q2.… Read More
Private Equity News | Private Lending Firms Face Stiff Pressure as Banks Re-enter Leverage Loan Market
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Q4 2023 Lincoln European Senior Debt Index
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Q1 2024 Lincoln European Senior Debt Index
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From Euromoney: Private Credit Article
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