Reinforces Partner-Led Approach with Global Team of Senior Investment Bankers and Further Bolsters Software M&A Expertise
New York City | January 8, 2024 – Drake Star is pleased to announce that highly experienced investment banker Jimmy Canner has joined the firm as a Partner as of January 6, 2024. Jimmy brings a wealth of expertise in Software M&A and Capital Raising advisory, with specialist expertise in Supply Chain and Logistics Software, Construction Software, Procurement, Office of the CFO and Back Office Software, and other key verticals. He has deep industry experience having worked at leading firms on Wall Street and brings with him an excellent track record of delivering premium outcomes to clients. This addition continues to reinforce one of Drake Star’s greatest strengths: A senior team of experienced investment bankers located around the world that work directly with the world’s leading tech Founders every day.
Gregory Bedrosian, Managing Partner & CEO of Drake Star commented: “We are extremely excited to have Jimmy Canner on board as we continue to bolster our strength in the U.S. market and in cross-border transactions globally. At Drake Star we pride ourselves on a “Partner-led” approach where our clients get face-to-face interaction with our best people. Jimmy brings blue chip experience, strong tech M&A expertise, and a client-centric approach that is squarely aligned with our firm’s core values. We are excited to continue to build on our momentum as we kick off 2025.”
Jimmy joins the firm from TD Cowen and also previously worked in similar roles at leading financial institutions such as Stifel, CODE Advisors, and RBC Capital Markets.
Jimmy has consistently delivered successful outcomes for clients across a wide range of transactions. Some notable high-profile deals include:
Ralf Philipp Hofmann, Managing Partner, Member of the Global Executive Committee and Co-Founder of Drake Star said: “Jimmy is a great addition to our Global team of senior Partners and we are delighted to have him on board. He brings a wealth of experience at top-tier firms and has a strong track record of delivering successful outcomes to clients. Jimmy’s software expertise will continue to build upon Drake Star’s strength in software M&A both in the U.S. and around the world. We are excited to kick off a big 2025 together.”
Jimmy Canner noted: “The combination of Drake Star’s impressive reputation and its dynamic, client-focused culture made joining the firm a very compelling opportunity. I look forward to leveraging my experience in collaboration with the firm’s deep roster and expertise to continue to deliver the highest level of service to our global client base.”
Contact details:
Gregory Bedrosian
gregory.bedrosian@drakestar.com
Ralf Philipp Hofmann
Jimmy Canner
About Drake Star
Drake Star is an award-winning global tech investment bank that has completed over 500 transactions since 2003. Drake Star’s global team of senior professionals across offices in New York, London, Paris, Munich, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Berlin, and Dubai* focuses on mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance services worldwide in Software/SaaS, Consumer & Retail Technology, Digital Media, FinTech, Mobility & Sustainability, Digital Services, HR Tech, and Industrial Tech sectors.
Drake Star Partners is the marketing name for the global investment bank Drake Star Partners Limited and its subsidiaries and affiliates. The deals listed were executed during Mr. Canner’s tenure at his previous firm(s). They have been selected to highlight Mr. Canner’s specific expertise and contributions in the industry. These examples are intended to illustrate Mr. Canner’s professional strengths and are not indicative of any specific outcomes or guarantees of future performance. All references to past deals are provided for informational purposes only and should not be construed as endorsements or assurances regarding the services provided by Drake Star. In the USA, all securities are transacted through Drake Star Securities LLC. In the USA, Drake Star Securities LLC is regulated by FINRA and is a member of SIPC. Drake Star UK Limited (FRN 942020) is an appointed representative of Kession Capital Ltd (FRN582160) which is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. © 2024 Drake Star Partners Limited.
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*Partner Office