David Dolezal
About David Dolezal
David Dolezal is the Managing Director and Global Head of Energy Transition Investment Banking at Jefferies, with over 25 years of experience in the field.
Current Role at Jefferies
David Dolezal is the Managing Director and Global Head of Energy Transition Investment Banking at Jefferies in Houston, Texas. David began his tenure at Jefferies in 2023. His role involves spearheading initiatives in energy transition investment banking, contributing significantly to Jefferies' strategic objectives in the evolving energy sector.
Previous Experience at Guggenheim Partners
Before joining Jefferies, David Dolezal served as Senior Managing Director at Guggenheim Partners from 2015 to 2023. During his 8-year tenure in San Francisco, he played a crucial role in various financing and M&A transactions, leveraging his expertise to drive the firm’s success in investment banking.
Professional Background
David Dolezal has an extensive career in investment banking with over 25 years of experience. His professional journey includes significant roles at prominent firms such as Greentech Capital Advisors, UBS Investment Bank, and Credit Suisse. His positions ranged from Analyst/Associate to Managing Director, showcasing a steady career progression. David's expertise spans various markets and geographies, including New York, San Francisco, and Chicago.
Educational Background
David Dolezal holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) with Distinction in Finance and Management from the University of Virginia, completed in 1997. His academic foundation in finance and management has underpinned his successful career in investment banking, enabling him to navigate and lead numerous high-profile transactions in the energy sector.
Major Transactions and Achievements
Throughout his career, David Dolezal has led several landmark transactions. Notably, he managed three of the five largest cleantech IPOs in history: Array, Shoals, and GT Solar. He also completed two of the three largest PIPEs in energy transition companies, namely IEA/Ares and Array/Blackstone. Additionally, he oversaw the largest sale of a renewable power company to an oil & gas major—Savion to Shell—and the largest sale of an energy-as-a-service company—Budderfly to Partners.