Ben Stenson

About Ben Stenson

Experienced Associate with a demonstrated, successful history of leading sell side M&A engagements. Additional professional experience in Venture Capital, Hedge Funds, Business Development, and Asset Management. Skilled in Investment Analysis, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, and Equities. Strong professional with a Bachelor’s Degree focused in Finance from The University of California, San Diego.

Experience

1. Vice President

   Objective, Investment Banking & Valuation

   Aug 2024 — Present · San Diego, CA, US

   Objective, Investment Banking & Valuation (“Objective”) is a leading investment banking and valuation firm that services middle market companies within our industry practices: Business Services, Consumer, Healthcare Tech & Services, Life Sciences Services & Tech, Manufacturing & Distribution, and Technology. We advise on strategic sales, private equity sales, and minority sales as part of our sell-side M&A practice, helping clients evaluate all their options. We also operate a full-service valuation group providing tax compliance, financial reporting, transaction opinions, and strategic advisory services. Founded in 2006, Objective’s seasoned professionals have collectively executed over 500 M&A advisory engagements and thousands of business valuations throughout their careers. Our firm’s name embodies our core mission: to help business owners achieve their objectives. Learn more and find additional resources at objectiveibv.com.

Education

• University of California, San Diego

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2014 — 2018

Skills

• Project Management
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis
• Research
• Equities
• Mutual Funds
• Management
• Investments
• Leadership
• Business Analysis
• Strategic Planning