Brandon Hedvat
Investor / Operator meets Coach and Mentor
Studied at The Wharton School (UPenn)
Works at Diamond Communications
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Brandon's Offerings
Custom hourly · $129/hr
Get help with Competitive Analysis, Cover Letters, and .
Brandon also coaches for Private Equity and FP&A. View all.
Brandon’s Business Analytics & Intelligence Qualifications
Experience level: Director
Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in finance and corporate development, I bring over a decade of experience from top-tier firms like The Carlyle Group and Barclays. My expertise spans across M&A, capital markets, and strategic projects, having executed deals worth billions. I hold dual degrees from the University of Pennsylvania and The Wharton School, graduating Summa Cum Laude. I've successfully coached many individuals to excel in various areas of their careers. Let's connect to tailor a strategy that aligns with your professional goals!
Brandon can help with:
Competitive Analysis
Cover Letters
Data Analysis
Data-driven Decision Making
Interview Prep
Market Research
Networking Strategy
Resume Review
Brandon also coaches for Private Equity and FP&A. View all.
Work Experience
VP Finance & Acquisitions
Diamond Communications
November 2023 - Present
VP Corporate Development & Finance
Bowlero Corporation
October 2022 - September 2023
Lead FP&A team, scaled M&A, capital markets initiatives, and related strategic projects. Quarterbacked the most material acquisition since 2014. Executed $1.3bn+ in capital markets transactions, including the interest rate hedging strategy. Designed capital allocation model and actively participate in allocation decisions, investor relations, and earnings.
Director
Atairos
April 2018 - October 2022
Source, lead due diligence / deal execution, and collaborate with management teams across TMT, business services, and hospitality/leisure companies. Executed four minority/majority investments across public and private companies. Lead coverage of video games / metaverse, audio / music, and smart cities. Building interest in Web3/crypto/NFT ecosystem.
Associate / Senior Associate
The Carlyle Group
January 2016 - March 2018
Generalist private equity investor; executed 10+ deals (including M&A); active participant in fundraising process and financing activities
Associate / Senior Associate
The Carlyle Group
July 2013 - December 2015
M&A Analyst
Barclays
July 2011 - July 2013
Built numerous Excel models and presentations; experience with wireless ecosystem, cable, media, and information services
Education
The Wharton School (UPenn)
Bachelor of Science in Economics, Finance; Operations and Information Management
2006 - 2010
Summa Cum Laude
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Science (Engineering), Master's of Science (Engineering), Joint Degree Program in Management & Technology
2006 - 2011