Ilan Kaufthal
About Ilan Kaufthal
Ilan Kaufthal is the Chairman of East Wind Advisors and IDB Bank NY, with a distinguished career in investment banking and corporate leadership.
Company: East Wind Advisors
Ilan Kaufthal is the Chairman of East Wind Advisors, a specialized investment banking firm. East Wind Advisors focuses on providing advisory services related to mergers and acquisitions, as well as financial restructuring. Under his leadership, the firm offers strategic guidance and support to clients in various industries.
Title: Chairman of IDB Bank NY
Ilan Kaufthal serves as the Chairman of IDB Bank NY. IDB Bank offers a range of financial services including private banking, commercial banking, and investment services. As Chairman, Ilan oversees the strategic direction and governance of the bank.
Education and Expertise: Ilan Kaufthal
Ilan Kaufthal holds an MBA from New York University and a BS from Columbia University. His educational background has provided a strong foundation for his extensive career in investment banking and financial advisory services. His expertise spans mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and strategic management.
Professional Background: Ilan Kaufthal
Ilan Kaufthal has held key roles across prominent financial institutions. He served as Vice Chairman of Investment Banking at Bear, Stearns & Co until 2008 and was Senior Advisor for Irving Place Capital from 2008 until 2013. He also worked for 13 years as Vice Chairman and head of mergers and acquisitions at Schroders & Co. Earlier in his career, he was Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at NL Industries.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles: Ilan Kaufthal
Ilan Kaufthal serves on multiple boards and advisory roles, showcasing his broad influence in the business community. He is on the Board of Directors of Macsteel Ltd and serves as a Trustee of the Russell Berrie Foundation. Additionally, he is on the Advisory Board of Jerusalem Venture Partners Media Fund and is a member of the Board of Visitors at Columbia University Medical Center. He has also been a director of Cambrex Corporation and Quinpario Acquisition Corp 2.