Executive Leadership & History

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Why Stax

A global strategy consulting firm providing actionable, data-driven answers to clients' critical strategic questions. Relationships spanning more than two decades with public and private corporations, private equity firms, their portfolio operations groups and portfolio companies. Deep expertise across industries, continents, and business cycles to help firms drive growth, enhance profits, increase value, and make better investment decisions.

Executive Leadership

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Image of Paul Edwards
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Amy Schoeman
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Amy Schoeman

Managing Directors

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Image of Witold Czartoryski
Image of Phil Dunne
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Tyler Veit
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Tyler Veit
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Directors & Associate Directors

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Sagar Bansal
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Alex Erines
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David Lindsay
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Image of Christine O'Connell
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Image of Asiri Silva
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Sagar Bansal
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Alex Erines
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David Lindsay
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Operational Leadership

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Ruwindhu Peiris
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Ruwindhu Peiris

Board of Directors

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Stax 2024 Wrapped

2024 was a year of growth and exciting milestones for our team and clients. From celebrating 30 years to welcoming new faces, we’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together. Here’s a quick look back at the highlights!

Stax News

Feat. by The Business Journals: Wild Card for Middle Market M&A 2025

Featured by The Business Journals: Middle market M&A was expected to have a big 2025. Then a wild card entered the mix.

By Robert Lytle • May 27, 2025
Despite a shaky macro backdrop, demand remains for resilient sectors—but tariffs continue to impact large-scale M&A. Robert Lytle shares his insights with The Business Journals.
Private Equity's Next Chapter: From Arbitrage to Enduring Impact

Private Equity's Next Chapter: From Arbitrage to Enduring Impact

May 15, 2025
Stax CEO Jayson Traxler shares why leading PE firms are shifting from financial engineering to value creation—and how Stax partners with investors to drive lasting impact. Read more.
Paul Edwards Recognized Among Top 25 M&A Leaders of 2025 by The Consulting Report

Paul Edwards Recognized Among Top 25 M&A Leaders of 2025 by The Consulting Report

May 12, 2025
Stax is proud to announce that Paul Edwards, Global Practice Lead, has been named one of The Consulting Report’s Top 25 M&A Leaders of 2025. Click here to read about the award.
Featured by Utility Fleet Professional: Navigating the Zero-Emission Headwinds

Featured by Utility Fleet Professional: Navigating the Zero-Emission Headwinds

May 9, 2025
In Utility Fleet Professional's latest article, Phil Dunne highlights the uncertainty facing fleet managers despite utilities like SMUD pushing forward. Click here to read the full feature.
Feat. by Euronews—Why more PE is entering the travel sector

Featured by Euronews—Why are more private equity companies entering the travel sector?

May 7, 2025
Andrew Keller was featured by Euronews where he shared his thoughts on the uptick in PE involvement in travel and the factors that may be at play. Read the full story here.
Stax Provides Sell-Side Support to Casepoint on Merger with OPEXUS​

Stax Provides Sell-side Support to Vision Government Solutions on its Recapitalization by Great Hill Partners​

May 6, 2025
Stax provided sell-side support to Vision Government Solutions on its Recapitalization by Great Hill Partners, working closely with their investment bank, Shea & Co. ​Click to read more.
Stax Sell-side Support: Equity Methods on its Acquisition by HGGC​

Stax Delivers Sell-side Support to Equity Methods on its Acquisition by HGGC​

April 29, 2025
Stax supported Equity Methods, provider of executive & stock-based compensation reporting, valuation, and advisory services, on its recent acquisition by HGGC. Read more.
Featured by Healthinvestor UK: The opportunities in the UK healthcare sector

Featured by Healthinvestor UK: The opportunities in the UK healthcare sector

April 28, 2025
Adam Thorpe was interviewed by HealthInvestor, discussing how UK healthcare is evolving, including challenges and how the private sector is shaping the future. Read more.
Stax Named a 2025 Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted

Stax Recognized as a 2025 Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted

April 25, 2025
Stax is honored to be recognized once again as a Top Consulting Firm by Management Consulted. Click learn more about the criteria behind the award and how Stax continues to grow.
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