Blake Willerman
About Blake Willerman
Blake Willerman is a Staff Accountant at Marcum LLP in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2023. He has previous experience in various financial roles, including positions at Banner Real Estate Group and EY.
Work at Marcum
Blake Willerman has been employed at Marcum LLP as a Staff Accountant since 2023. His role is based in the Chicago office, where he has contributed for 11 months. At Marcum, he engages in various accounting tasks, applying his expertise to support clients and enhance financial reporting processes.
Previous Experience in Private Equity and Investment Banking
Prior to joining Marcum, Blake Willerman worked as a Private Equity Real Estate Analyst at Banner Real Estate Group from 2018 to 2021. He also held positions at Brown Gibbons Lang & Company as a Senior Healthcare Analyst in Investment Banking from 2017 to 2018, and at GulfStar Group as an M&A Analyst from 2016 to 2017. His experience in these roles has provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and investment strategies.
Experience in External Audit
Blake Willerman briefly worked at EY in 2015 as part of the Financial Services External Audit team. His tenure lasted for 2 months in Chicago, where he gained insights into audit processes and compliance within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Blake Willerman earned a Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) from The University of Texas at Austin, completing his studies from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting from the same institution, which he obtained from 2011 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices.
High School Education
Blake Willerman completed his high school education at New Trier High School District from 2007 to 2011. This foundational education set the stage for his future academic and professional pursuits in accounting and finance.