C.W. Downer & Co. Promotes Frank Merkel to Managing Director
Boston, January 12, 2010 - C.W. Downer & Co., an international middle-market investment bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Frank Merkel to Managing Director, effective January 1, 2010. In his new role, Mr. Merkel will play an important role in the development and implementation of our global business strategy, while continuing to advise existing clients, forge new client relationships, and execute cross-border transactions. Mr. Merkel joined C.W. Downer & Co. in 2003 and was instrumental in building the firm’s Frankfurt office.
"Frank’s advancement to Managing Director reflects how highly we value both his contributions to the firm and his dedication to delivering superior advisory services to our clients," said Arthur Gottlieb, Managing Partner, Boston. "This well-deserved promotion acknowledges Frank’s leadership capabilities, exceptional transaction skills and strong work ethic. In addition to helping establish C.W. Downer & Co.’s Frankfurt office, Frank has also been integral in strengthening the firm’s sector expertise in the areas of Material Handling and Healthcare."
Mr. Merkel has worked in the field of M&A for more than 10 years. Prior to co-founding C.W. Downer’s German operations, Mr. Merkel spent several years working for a German investment bank, where he focused on middle-market corporate finance transactions. Mr. Merkel studied at the International Business School in Bad Nauheim (Germany), where he received his Diploma in International Management, and he holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Lincoln (UK).
About C.W. Downer & Co.
C.W. Downer & Co. is an independent, global investment bank offering middle-market clients a high level of personal attention coupled with more than 30 years of international execution experience. We provide insight, not just information. We generate value, not just transactions. With offices in six countries and on four continents, we consistently identify the most appropriate strategic buyer and uncover “hidden” acquisition targets. C.W. Downer & Co. delivers the reach of a bulge-bracket investment bank with the senior level focus of a boutique. For more information, visit http://www.cwdowner.com.
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