Josh Warren
About Josh Warren
Josh Warren serves as the Senior Vice President and M&A Advisory Practice Leader at Newfront Insurance, a position he has held since 2021. With a career spanning over two decades in the M&A sector, he has been recognized multiple times for his contributions to the industry.
Work at Newfront
Josh Warren serves as the Senior Vice President and M&A Advisory Practice Leader at Newfront Insurance. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's growth and strategic initiatives in the Greater Chicago Area. His role involves overseeing mergers and acquisitions advisory services, leveraging his extensive experience in the industry.
Previous Experience in M&A Advisory
Before joining Newfront Insurance, Josh Warren worked at The ABD Team as Senior Vice President, M&A Advisory Practice Leader from 2018 to 2021. He also held the position of Executive Vice President - Global M&A Practice Leader at Equity Risk Partners from 2004 to 2018. His career includes significant roles that emphasize client service and transaction management.
Education and Expertise
Josh Warren earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education from Millikin University, where he studied from 1992 to 1996. He later pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at DePaul University's Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, completing his studies from 2017 to 2019. His educational background supports his expertise in management and advisory services.
Recognitions and Awards
Josh Warren has received several recognitions for his contributions to the M&A advisory field. He was included in Business Insurance magazine's inaugural '40 Under 40' program and recognized as a Power Broker by Risk & Insurance Magazine in the Finance - Private Equity category in both 2013 and 2015. Additionally, he was featured on the Risk & Insurance Magazine 'Under 40' list in 2013 and recognized in the Service Provider category on the M&A Advisor '40 Under 40' list in 2014.
Career Transactions and Impact
Throughout his career, Josh Warren has worked on over 1,000 transactions, demonstrating a commitment to earning client respect and delivering results. His leadership in various initiatives, particularly at Equity Risk Partners, focused on enhancing client service, due diligence consulting, and claims management.