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Houlihan Lokey (NYSE:HLI) has appointed Ronnie Vaz Moreira as a Senior Advisor to drive its expansion in Brazil. Moreira brings extensive experience from his roles in major firms like Petrobras and Andrade Gutierrez, enhancing Houlihan Lokey's capabilities in the region. His knowledge and connections in the Brazilian market are expected to benefit both the firm and its clients. The firm emphasizes its commitment to Brazilian clients, evidenced by its recent São Paulo office opening. Executives have expressed confidence in Moreira's role, highlighting the importance of his guidance in navigating complex market dynamics to achieve growth.

David Kelnar joins Houlihan Lokey as a Managing Director in the firm's Capital Markets Group, focusing on equity private placements in Europe. His expertise includes providing equity solutions for corporate and financial sponsor-backed clients, leveraging experience from his previous roles at Numis and MMC Ventures. Underlining the firm's commitment to expanding its private placement capabilities, Anthony Martino, Global Co-Head, emphasizes Kelnar's strong reputation and client-focused approach. Houlihan Lokey's Equity Private Placements team executed 30 transactions globally in 2022, raising approximately $2 billion. With over 90 finance professionals across major global cities, the firm has raised about $25 billion in capital over two years, reflecting its dominant position in financial services.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) has appointed Jennifer Fuller as a Managing Director in its Financial Services Group, enhancing its focus on the mortgage and mortgage REIT sectors. With over 20 years in financial services, Fuller previously held the Managing Director position at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, where she specialized in investment banking for financial institutions. The firm boasts a strong reputation in M&A advisory and has topped the specialty finance sector in the U.S. for a decade according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Fuller's expertise is expected to provide valuable guidance for clients navigating current market challenges.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) has appointed technology investment banking expert Alec Ellison as the Global Head of FinTech and Chief Innovation Officer. This new leadership role emphasizes the firm’s commitment to financial technology as a critical component of the financial ecosystem. Ellison, with over three decades of experience, previously served as U.S. Chairman at OurCrowd and held senior positions at Jefferies and Broadview International. He will lead a team across major locations and focus on integrating fintech innovations to enhance client service and operational efficiency. This strategic move is set to strengthen Houlihan Lokey's market position in the evolving fintech landscape.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) has opened its first office in São Paulo, Brazil, marking its expansion into Latin America. The firm has appointed Bruno Baratta as Managing Director to spearhead operations in the region. Baratta, with a strong background in M&A and financial restructuring, aims to leverage Houlihan Lokey's expertise to enhance client services. The firm plans to further hire local professionals to grow its team. Following this expansion, Houlihan Lokey now operates in 36 locations globally, having established its presence in various markets, including the Americas and Europe.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) announced that Gareth Gibson will join its Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) team as Managing Director starting April 3. Based in Houston, Gibson will lead the business services segment within the Financial Due Diligence (FDD) practice. With 17 years at KPMG, he has a strong background in transaction advisory services. Gibson expressed enthusiasm for contributing to Houlihan Lokey's growth and enhancing client service. The firm is known for its extensive expertise in M&A, capital markets, and restructuring services.

Taoglas has secured a majority ownership from Graham Partners, enhancing its capabilities to expand in the IoT sector. The partnership aims to drive organic growth, and bolster product development and sales channels across various industries including healthcare and smart cities. CEO Dermot O’Shea emphasizes that the deal aligns with their vision and maintains existing leadership. The investment will also help mitigate supply chain risks amid economic uncertainties. Additionally, Graham Partners plans to support Taoglas in seeking further acquisitions to accelerate growth.

Andrew Ziegler has joined Houlihan Lokey as a Managing Director in New York, enhancing the firm's Transaction Advisory Services team. With over 15 years of experience, he will assist clients on M&A tax matters. Previously at KPMG, Mr. Ziegler advised on a range of tax transactions including leveraged buyouts and IPOs. His expertise aligns with Houlihan Lokey's reputation for superior client focus and advisory services. The firm, recognized as a leader in global M&A transactions under $1 billion, continues to expand its capabilities in advising clients worldwide.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) has appointed Daniel East as a Managing Director in its Capital Markets Group, based in Houston. Mr. East, who brings over 25 years of experience in the energy and power sectors, will collaborate with the firm’s Oil & Gas Group and Power & Utilities team to offer private capital financing solutions. The Capital Markets Group has raised approximately $25 billion over the past two years and has a significant presence in various global locations, reaffirming its status as a leading investment bank in M&A transactions.