Matt Hankin
About Matt Hankin
Matt Hankin serves as the Vice President of Corporate Development at Interpublic Group (IPG) since 2021, where he has advised on mergers and acquisitions worth over $50 billion. With extensive experience in investment banking and credit investment analysis, he actively mentors junior team members and has a strong educational background in business.
Work at Interpublic Group
Matt Hankin serves as Vice President of Corporate Development at Interpublic Group (IPG), a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has been involved in advising on mergers and acquisitions transactions that total over $50 billion in value. His work contributes significantly to IPG's strategic growth and development within the advertising and marketing sectors. Hankin operates from the New York City Metropolitan Area, where he plays a key role in shaping the company's corporate strategies.
Education and Expertise
Matt Hankin holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU Stern School of Business. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) from the University at Albany, SUNY. His educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in business principles, which he applies in his professional roles. Hankin has a decade of experience in investment banking and five years in credit investment analysis, particularly within the technology, media, and telecom sectors.
Background
Before joining IPG, Matt Hankin held various positions in the finance and investment banking sectors. He worked at Moody's Investors Service as an Associate Analyst in the Corporate Finance Group from 2007 to 2010. He then served as Director at Fitch Ratings for a year in 2015. Hankin's career also includes a role as Vice President at Jefferies, focusing on Media, Communications, and Information Services Investment Banking from 2011 to 2015, and as Managing Director at Guggenheim Partners from 2016 to 2021.
Achievements
In his current role at Interpublic Group, Matt Hankin actively mentors junior team members, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team motivation. His extensive experience in advising on high-value mergers and acquisitions has positioned him as a knowledgeable leader in corporate development. Hankin's previous roles in investment banking and credit analysis further demonstrate his expertise in navigating complex financial transactions.