Patrick has over a decade of experience providing M&A and financial advisory services to founder-owned and privately held middle market companies both in the U.S. and internationally. He has served as the lead advisor in strategic acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, capital raising, business valuations, strategic reviews, and distressed situations. He has worked in a variety of industries including manufacturing, distribution, consumer products, food & beverage, technology and business services. Patrick has also been a contributing author and guest speaker on the topic of how to successfully prepare a closely held business for transition. Prior to joining Rainier, Patrick worked within a group