David Flannery
About David Flannery
David Flannery serves as the President and Senior Managing Director of Vista Credit Partners, where he leads the global credit platform focusing on innovative financing solutions for enterprise technology companies. With over two decades of experience in investment and platform growth, he has held significant roles at various financial institutions and currently serves on the board of Rocket Lawyer.
Work at Vista Equity Partners
David Flannery serves as the President and Senior Managing Director of Vista Credit Partners, a position he has held since 2018. He is part of the Executive Committee at Vista Equity Partners, contributing to the firm's strategic direction since 2021. Flannery leads the global credit platform, focusing on innovative capital solution financings for enterprise technology companies. His team includes both seasoned veterans and new hires, emphasizing a diversity of opinion. Vista Credit Partners is recognized for its creative and adaptable structuring strategy, which is integral to its operations.
Education and Expertise
David Flannery graduated with honors in Finance and Accounting from Villanova University, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). He has over two decades of experience in the finance sector, with a dual focus on investment and platform growth leadership. His expertise encompasses various roles in leveraged finance and credit management, which he has developed through positions at leading financial institutions.
Background
Flannery's career includes significant roles at prominent financial firms. He worked at Deutsche Bank as Global Head of Leveraged Finance for 16 years, followed by a position at Bank of America Merrill Lynch as Global Head of Leveraged Finance from 2008 to 2012. He also served as Partner and Senior Managing Director at The Blackstone Group from 2016 to 2018. His experience extends to board memberships at companies such as Rocket Lawyer and Meltwater, where he contributed to strategic decision-making.
Achievements
Throughout his career, David Flannery has played a key role in setting strategies and leading investment committees at various organizations. At Vista Credit Partners, he has been instrumental in developing a disciplined approach to selecting investment opportunities. His insights on enterprise software have been featured in discussions with industry publications, highlighting Vista's expertise in the sector.