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Applications are now open for the 2025 Piper Sandler Career Exploration Program (CEP), a two-day program that will take place in February for undergraduate students to learn more about our firm and career opportunities. Participants will develop skills as future young professionals in financial services. We encourage talented undergraduate sophomore students (class of 2027) from all majors and disciplines to apply and be considered for the program. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gYtpMHkE As a participant in the program, you will gain exposure to our various business lines, hear directly from our junior employees and interact with senior leadership. Students will engage in group discussions and activities with outside consultants, and network with peers from around the country. The program is designed to enhance diversity and inclusion in our profession. Piper Sandler encourages talented undergraduate sophomore students whose life experiences, demonstrated interests and achievements can contribute to our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion to apply. Grace Lenzmeier, Alicia Wacker, Anupama Chakravartti

Last week, Piper Sandler hosted 115 private companies and over 600 attendees in Denver, Colorado for the 2024 Private Company Summit. Building upon our highly successful 2023 conference, Piper Sandler welcomed additional industry verticals to this year’s conference. Industry group representation for this year’s conference included chemicals, consumer, energy & power, healthcare, residential services, services & industrials and vehicle aftermarket products & services. The multi-day event featured one-on-one meetings, company presentations, networking events and dinners and insightful discussions with senior private equity partners and private company management teams.   The Automotive Service Summit was held in conjunction with the broader conference and included a full day of fireside chats, panel discussions and presentations from industry experts who spoke on key trends and investment themes relevant to vehicle aftermarket and services. We would like to thank all of the management teams and investors who participated in this year’s event for making it a resounding success. Learn more about the Piper Sandler investment banking platform: https://lnkd.in/gkXsxb-E.

American Banker names Deb Schoneman as one of The Most Powerful Women to Watch in 2024. Now in its 22nd year, American Banker’s The Most Powerful Women in Banking™ initiative recognizes individuals and teams for demonstrating exceptional leadership skills, strong business performance and a commitment to driving real outcomes for diversity, equity and inclusion in financial services. As part of that program, The Most Powerful Women to Watch rankings feature influential leaders at the top of banks and financial institutions who are on the upswing in a big way. “Keep your eyes on these women in the years ahead,” said Chana Schoenberger, editor-in-chief of American Banker. “They exemplify modern leadership, with significant contributions to both their businesses and the industry at large. It hasn’t been an easy year for banks and financial institutions, but progress continues — not by chance, but through the determined efforts of these women.” Read more about Deb Schoneman and the 2024 Most Powerful Women to Watch here: https://lnkd.in/gDqnBMc2

This week, Piper Sandler hosted an afternoon of idea sharing, diverse discussions and networking across an incredible group of women at our London Women in Finance event. The event included group round tables hosted by Piper Sandler senior leadership Deb Schoneman, Katherine Clune, Nancy Lazar and Celine Anthoine, followed by a reception catered by Michelin-starred chef, Angela Hartnett, from Cafe Murano on our stunning roof terrace. It was a fantastic inaugural event to introduce our Women in Finance series to our colleagues and clients in Europe.

Last week, members of our New York Women’s Network convened for a discussion led by our chief financial officer, Kate Clune. The conversation centered on the challenges women encounter in leadership roles, examining the changes that have occurred over the past 10 to 15 years, as well as the ongoing issues that persist. Emerging professionals within the firm had the opportunity to connect with their more experienced colleagues, fostering valuable relationships and insights.

In honor of the National Day of Service and Remembrance, more than 85 employees across seven Piper Sandler locations packed meals for locals facing hunger. Piper Sandler sponsored the event with 9/11 Day. This is our signature company volunteer event giving back to neighbors in need and remembering those who were lost. “It was a special day to gather and share memories of our friends who were lost on 9/11. It’s hard to believe 23 years have passed, but it’s just as important now as it was back then to tell their stories and honor their legacies by giving back to the community,” said May Della Pietra, chief operating officer of the financial services group at Piper Sandler. All volunteers also took advantage our new volunteer rewards program called Dollars for Doing where $25/hour goes directly to the organization.

Piper Sandler is pleased to announce the addition of Steve Tipler as a managing director in the financial sponsors group. “We are excited to have Steve join our growing team. His wealth of transaction experience and network of relationships within the middle market private equity ecosystem is unmatched. We are confident Steve will play a key role in driving more opportunities for the entire investment banking group,” said David Lee, global head of the financial sponsors group at Piper Sandler. View the press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/ghUj496z

Piper Sandler hosted 129 public and private companies with over 580 attendees in Nashville for the third annual Growth Frontiers Conference. The technology and consumer equity research teams led wide-ranging discussions on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, consumer behavior and the future of retail. Andy Laperriere recapped the presidential debate and discussed the implications of the election on the U.S. stock market. In addition, Michael Kantrowitz, CFA, chief investment strategist and head of portfolio strategy, and Craig Johnson CFA CMT, chief market technician, provided a high-level overview on the markets and what to expect for the rest of the year. The event also included a Rumble class hosted by Xponential Fitness, Inc. and a night of live music, whiskey tasting and local cuisine favorites. We thank everyone who attended and participated in the successful event. #PSCGrowthFrontiers #consumer #technology

Piper Sandler is excited to welcome Joe Kinder and Brent Blevins as managing directors and co-heads of our Missouri public finance business. Kinder and Blevins bring extensive experience serving clients in Missouri. They are market leaders with a strong commitment to providing financing solutions and high-integrity service to clients. Read the press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8pNzp-j Dustin Avey, Jeremy Gerber

Piper Sandler is excited to announce the hiring of David Hunker as managing director and global head of activist defense and shareholder engagement within its investment banking platform. “We are thrilled to welcome David to the firm. He has a proven track record of building shareholder activism defense practices throughout his career, and we are confident he will be a huge asset to our clients. The increasing importance of shareholder activism preparation and defense has never been greater. David has advised on some of the highest profile activist campaigns around the world and we look forward to him continuing this critical work at Piper Sandler,” said James Baker, global co-head of investment banking and capital markets at Piper Sandler. Read the press release to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8pNzp-j