Ben Elder
About Ben Elder
Ben Elder is an Investment Banking Analyst currently working at Piper Sandler in Houston, Texas. He has a background in finance and economics from the University of Notre Dame and has held various roles in investment banking and project analysis during his academic career.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Ben Elder serves as an Investment Banking Analyst at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2022. He works in the Houston, Texas office, contributing to various investment banking projects. His role involves financial analysis, modeling, and assisting in the execution of transactions.
Previous Experience at Piper Sandler
Prior to his current role, Ben Elder worked as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Simmons Energy, a division of Piper Sandler, in 2021. During this two-month internship in Houston, Texas, he gained experience in the energy sector, focusing on financial analysis and transaction support.
Education and Expertise
Ben Elder studied at the University of Notre Dame, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance and Economics from 2018 to 2022. His education provided him with a solid foundation in financial principles and economic analysis.
Experience with Student International Business Council
Ben Elder was actively involved with the Student International Business Council (SIBC) during his time at Notre Dame. He held multiple roles, including Bank of America Leveraged Buyout Project Team Leader in 2020, Morgan Stanley M&A Project Analyst in 2019, and Goldman Sachs Strategic Advisory Project Analyst in 2019. These positions allowed him to develop skills in financial modeling and strategic analysis.
Internships and Early Career
In addition to his roles at SIBC, Ben Elder completed several internships in 2019. He worked as a Summer Intern at Acclaim Energy in Houston, Texas, and as a Warehouse Associate at Tech-Seal International. These experiences contributed to his understanding of business operations and financial processes.