Ross L.
About Ross L.
Ross L. is an Investment Banking Associate currently working at Piper Sandler in Chicago, Illinois. He has a diverse background in finance, having held various roles in investment banking, private equity, and financial analysis across multiple organizations since 2013.
Work at Piper Sandler
Ross L. currently serves as an Investment Banking Associate at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves providing advisory services in mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and financial restructuring. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he contributes to the firm's investment banking efforts and collaborates with clients to achieve their financial objectives.
Education and Expertise
Ross L. earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, specializing in Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship from 2018 to 2021. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from Centre College, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he studied International Relations and Chinese Language at Tongji University in Shanghai from 2014 to 2015.
Background
Ross L. has a diverse professional background in finance and investment banking. He began his career in 2013 as a Customer Services Member at Jason’s Deli in Louisville, Kentucky. Over the years, he has held various roles, including Leadership Development Program at MB Financial Bank, Payments Analyst at Fifth Third Bank, and multiple internships at firms such as BMO Harris Bank and CME Group.
Internships and Projects
Throughout his career, Ross L. has participated in several internships that have shaped his expertise in finance. In 2020, he interned at BMO Capital Markets as an Investment Banking Summer Associate and at Waud Capital Partners as a Business Intelligence & Strategy Associate Intern. He also engaged in the New Venture Challenge and Polsky Accelerator with Vaizian in 2020, focusing on entrepreneurial ventures.
Leadership Experience
Ross L. demonstrated leadership skills as the President of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity at Centre College. His leadership experience extends beyond academics, showcasing his ability to manage teams and projects effectively. This role contributed to his development in organizational and interpersonal skills, which are essential in his current position in investment banking.