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Consumer

Overview

From essential home services, to brands that help consumers identify with a lifestyle, to healthier eating trends, the consumer industry provides a wide range of vibrant sectors to create long-term value. Led by dedicated professionals, our Consumer Group partners with global investors and company leaders to help turn their ambitious goals into reality. Our clients rely on us to understand their strategic options in the market and help unlock value in their businesses through M&A and private capital advisory services.

We have deep industry knowledge across multiple sectors such as consumer products, consumer services, food and beverage, and consumer multi-site. 

Leadership

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Ed Arkus

Group Head
Managing Director

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Ryan Budlong

Group Head
Managing Director

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Brent Spiller

Group Head
Managing Director

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Tim Alexander

Managing Director

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Will Bain

Managing Director

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Corey Benjamin

Managing Director

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Brant Cash

Managing Director

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Zach England

Managing Director

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Ryan Freeman

Managing Director

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Zach Ledwith

Managing Director

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Andreas Poth

Managing Director

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Andy Warczak

Managing Director

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Christopher Darlington

Senior Advisor

Key Focus Areas

As a leader in consumer M&A and private capital advisory services, our group advises clients across a variety of sectors and specialized subsectors, including those listed below. 

Cons Cons Services Key Focus Area

  • Education​​

  • Entertainment​​

  • Franchisor and Franchisee Businesses​​

  • Health and Wellness​

  • Residential Services​

  • Travel and Hospitality​

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Harris Williams is a global investment bank specializing in M&A and private capital advisory services. Clients worldwide rely on us to help unlock value in their business and turn ambitious goals into reality. We approach every engagement with boundless collaboration, pooling expertise and relationships across industries and geographies. For over 30 years, our clients have trusted us to think strategically, execute precisely, and deliver superior outcomes to help them grow.


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