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Ryan E. Brown

Former Principal at WestCap

Chicago, Illinois

Writes $100K – $5M checks · typically $1.5M

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Experience

  1. iAltAHead of Strategic Financecurrent2026 — presentChicago, IL
  2. WestCapPrincipal2021 — 2026Chicago, Illinois, United States
  3. AlixPartnersDirector2013 — 2021Greater New York City Area
  4. IndependentIndependent Consultant2011 — 2013Greater New York City Area
  5. Conway, Del Genio, Gries & Co., LLCDirector / VP / Associate2002 — 2011Greater New York City Area

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)Acquisition IntegrationReturn on InvestmentMergers & Acquisitions6Due Diligence3Financial Modeling6Restructuring3Quantitative ModelingQuantitative AnalysisCash Flow Analysis1Cash Flow Forecasting1Enterprise Valuation
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ryan E. Brown?
Principal at WestCap
What check size does Ryan E. Brown write?
Ryan E. Brown typically writes checks of $100K – $5M.
Where did Ryan E. Brown go to school?
Ryan E. Brown studied at Harvard University (Bachelor of Arts (BA), Applied Mathematics).

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