Frank Damian
About Frank Damian
Frank Damian serves as the Vice President of Investment Banking at Piper Sandler, specializing in Transportation & Logistics Coverage. He has over a decade of experience in the investment banking sector, having held various roles at notable firms including BMO Capital Markets and Jefferies.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Frank Damian serves as Vice President in the Investment Banking division at Piper Sandler. He has held this position since 2022, working in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he specializes in providing investment banking services, focusing on the Transportation and Logistics sector.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Prior to his current role, Frank Damian accumulated extensive experience in investment banking. He worked at BMO Capital Markets in various capacities, including Vice President from 2020 to 2022 and Investment Banking Associate from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Jefferies included roles as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2014 to 2017 and as an Associate from 2017 to 2018. He also worked at Dresner Partners and Stout Risius Ross, Inc., further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Frank Damian earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance with Honors from Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 2008 to 2012. His educational background laid the foundation for his comprehensive knowledge in finance and investment banking, particularly in mergers and acquisitions.
Background in Finance and Analysis
Frank Damian's early career included roles that provided him with a solid foundation in finance and analysis. He worked as a Finance Project Coordinator at Underwriters Laboratories (UL) LLC for three months in 2011 and served as a Student Analyst at RCMP Security Analysis during his time at the University of Illinois. These positions contributed to his analytical skills and understanding of financial operations.
Leadership Role in Phi Delta Theta Fraternity
During his time at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Frank Damian held the position of Treasurer for the Phi Delta Theta Fraternity from 2009 to 2011. This role involved managing the fraternity's finances and budgeting, providing him with early leadership experience in financial management.