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NEW YORK -- (Business Wire)
Moelis & Company (NYSE:MC), a leading global independent investment
bank, today announced the appointment of Eric Cantor, former United
States Representative for Virginia’s 7th Congressional
District and former House Majority Leader, as Vice Chairman and Managing
Director. Mr. Cantor will also be elected to the Moelis & Company Board
of Directors.
In his new role, Mr. Cantor will provide strategic counsel to the Firm’s
corporate and institutional clients on key issues. He will play a
leading role in client development and advise clients on strategic
matters.
Ken Moelis, Chairman and CEO of Moelis & Company, said, “At Moelis &
Company, we offer our clients judgment and experience in order to help
them with their most important strategic and financial decisions. Eric’s
judgment and tremendous experience will expand the capabilities our team
brings to clients around the world as he has unique expertise in
assessing complex situations and crafting innovative solutions.”
Through more than 25 years of political and business experience, Mr.
Cantor has emerged as a leading voice on the economy and job creation.
During his Congressional career, Mr. Cantor worked to lower taxes,
eliminate excessive regulation, strengthen small businesses, and
encourage entrepreneurship. His commentary was often featured in
publications focusing on a wide range of issues including economic
matters, health care and foreign policy.
Mr. Cantor said, “When I considered options for the next chapter of my
career, I knew I wanted to join a firm with a great entrepreneurial
spirit that focused on its clients. I have known Ken for some time and
having followed the growth and success of his Firm, I have long admired
his vision and leadership. The new model of independent banks offering
conflict free advice, in a smaller more intimate environment, was a
place where I knew my skills could help clients succeed.”
Mr. Moelis added, “Eric has proven himself to be a pro-business advocate
and one who will enhance our boardroom discussions with CEOs and senior
management as we help them navigate their most important strategic
decisions.”
About Moelis & Company
Moelis & Company is a leading global independent investment bank that
provides innovative strategic advice and solutions to a diverse client
base, including corporations, governments and financial sponsors. The
Firm assists its clients in achieving their strategic goals by offering
comprehensive integrated financial advisory services across all major
industry sectors. Moelis & Company’s experienced professionals advise
clients on their most critical decisions, including mergers and
acquisitions, recapitalizations and restructurings and other corporate
finance matters. The Firm serves its clients with over 500 employees
based in 15 offices in North and South America, Europe, the Middle East,
Asia and Australia. For further information, please visit: www.moelis.com.
Eric Cantor
Mr. Cantor was formerly United States Representative for Virginia’s 7th
Congressional District and House Majority Leader. He served in the U.S.
House of Representatives between 2001-2014. He was elected by his
colleagues in the House to serve as the Majority Leader for the 112th
and 113th Congresses where he led the public policy agenda
for the House. During his time in office, Mr. Cantor was a leading voice
on the economy, job creation and policies focused on improving the lives
of the American middle class. He championed pro-growth solutions
including lowering taxes, eliminating excessive regulation,
strengthening businesses, and encouraging entrepreneurship. He was also
regularly featured in publications focusing on a wide range of topics
including both domestic and international matters. Mr. Cantor received
his undergraduate degree from The George Washington University, his law
degree from The College of William and Mary, and his master’s degree
from Columbia University in New York.
Contacts:
Media:
Moelis & Company
Andrea Hurst, +1 212 883
3666
M: +1 347 583 9705
andrea.hurst@moelis.com
or
JAM
Strategies
John Murray, +1 202 821 2219
jamstrategies@gmail.com
or
Investors:
Moelis
& Company
Kate Pilcher Ciafone, +1 212 883 3807
kate.ciafone@moelis.com
Source: Moelis & Company
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