Grant Brown
About Grant Brown
Grant Brown serves as the Managing Director and Partner at KPMG Corporate Finance Inc., bringing over 18 years of experience in investment banking with a focus on mergers and acquisitions. His career includes significant roles at Canaccord Genuity Inc., Macquarie Group, and J.P. Morgan, along with a solid educational background from the University of Melbourne.
Work at KPMG Corporate Finance LLC
Grant Brown serves as Managing Director and Partner at KPMG Corporate Finance Inc., a position he has held since 2018. Based in Calgary, Canada, he brings extensive expertise in investment banking, particularly in mergers and acquisitions. His role involves overseeing various aspects of corporate finance, leveraging his experience to guide clients through complex financial transactions.
Previous Experience in Mergers and Acquisitions
Before joining KPMG, Grant Brown held significant roles in the investment banking sector. He worked at Canaccord Genuity Inc. as Executive Director and Head of M&A for Canaccord Genuity Australia from 2014 to 2018. Prior to that, he was with Macquarie Group as Managing Director at Macquarie Capital from 2005 to 2014. His background includes a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions in both public markets and private treaty transactions.
Education and Expertise
Grant Brown studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) with a focus on Finance and Geology from 1996 to 2000. His educational background supports his extensive experience in investment banking, particularly in the areas of corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions.
Investment Management Focus
In his current role and throughout his career, Grant Brown has concentrated on principal investment through the full investment life cycle. This includes origination, assessment, negotiation, execution, investment management, and exit strategies. His comprehensive approach allows him to effectively manage investments and guide clients through various stages of financial transactions.
Career Timeline and Experience
Grant Brown has over 18 years of experience in the investment banking industry. His career began at J.P. Morgan, where he worked as an Associate from 2001 to 2005. He has since built a robust career, focusing on mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance, which has shaped his expertise in the field.