Michael Short
Director, Technology and Services Investment Banking at Lazard
- Role
- Director, Investment Banking at Lazard
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Short
Finance professional with over 10 years of experience in investment banking, public accounting, and restructuring. Throughout my career, I have specialized in advising private equity-backed and family-owned middle market companies in a wide range of industries, including B2B services, manufacturing, media, and e-commerce/retail. I help my clients navigate the M&A transaction process and work closely with senior executives to convey the strategic, operational, and financial value of their companies.
Experience
Director, Investment Banking
Jan 2026 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US
Business and Tech-Enabled Services - M&A AdvisorySector Focus: Human Capital Management, Facilities Services, Professional & IT Services Advise key stakeholders of middle market companies on all aspects of the M&A process for sell-side, buy-side, and corporate carve-out transactions. Collaborate with senior executives to prepare confidential information memorandums and management presentations. Perform in-depth financial modeling and valuation analyses including leveraged buyout, discounted cash flow, trading comparables and precedent transaction analysis.
Education
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business
Master of Science, Accountancy
Saint Thomas Academy
High School Diploma
UMN Carlson School of Management
Master of Business Administration, Finance
University of Notre Dame
BBA, Accountancy
The University of Notre Dame Australia
BBA, Accountancy; Asian Pacific Business
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