ASSOCIATE - PRIVATE EQUITY SEARCH - MASSACHUSETTS, USA
May 21, 2024
The Appointed Executive
The new Associate joined the Clearhaven Partners team based out of Boston, US.
Associate
Gregory Moschella is a high-performing Investment Banking Associate with proven expertise in managing complex transactions totaling over $1 billion. At AGC Partners, Gregory rapidly progressed from Analyst to Associate within 18 months, demonstrating exceptional skill in valuation analyses, transaction modeling, and strategic advisory. Notably, he successfully led critical aspects of Industrial & Financial Systems' acquisition of Poka and Insight Partners' acquisition of Riviera Partners. Gregory excels in aligning strategic and private equity buyers, driving operational due diligence, and delivering accurate financial forecasts. His approach combines analytical rigor, strategic insight, and meticulous execution, making him an impactful asset in sophisticated M&A environments.
9
Southside projects worked in prior role
Yale University
3.6 GPA
THE REASON FOR THE SEARCH
In December, the firm successfully raised its second fund, marking a significant milestone in its growth trajectory. With this achievement, they needed to expand their team to accommodate the increasing demands and opportunities stemming from their growth. As a result, they began the search for a new Associate to join their ranks and contribute to their continued success.
THE PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM
Clearhaven Partners
THE SEARCH REQUIREMENTS:
- Background in Software or Technology industry
- Strong modeling skills
- Ties to Massachusetts
WHY RAW SELECTION?
The firm found itself in a position where the recent fund raise and subsequent surge in activity demanded additional manpower at the junior level. They reached out to Raw Selection for some help on the search.
Haleema has developed strong professional connections and working partnerships with several Massachusetts-based professionals. This is where she bases most of her work, and she is a master at matching professionals with ideal roles.
CHALLENGES
The only obstacle was ensuring individuals were passionate about the Software and Technology sectors and had been actively engaged in significant deal activity as this was vital to confirming their technical prowess.
Haleema overcame this by following Raw Selection’s 15-step process.
Step 7, Mapping out the market for talent from relevant Investment Banks with ties to MA, helped us fill this search.
THOUGHTS ON THE CANDIDATE
"Gregory Moschella was a great fit for Clearhaven Partners because he worked on deals that were in the same subsectors within Software as their portfolio, he successfully closed 9 deals which ensured he was proficient in modelling. He worked in small deal teams taking on lots of responsibility, was looking for a firm where he would get mentored and grew up in Westborough, Massachusetts."
SUCCESS FROM THIS PLACEMENT
Raw Selection helped Clearhaven Partners strengthen their team by finding them a high-quality Associate to support them in deploying capital and portfolio management.
Since this placement, Raw Selection has continued to support the client with investment professional searches.
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