ACG Minnesota is excited to announce the launch of its Rising Stars program, a new initiative focused on developing the next generation of leaders in corporate growth, corporate development, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This program, supported by leading firms including Dorsey & Whitney LLP, Eide Bailly LLP, Fredrikson & Byron, P.A., Northborne Partners, and Growth Operators, underscores ACG Minnesota’s dedication to fostering early-career professionals within the M&A industry.
The inaugural Rising Stars class of 2025 includes 21 accomplished individuals selected from a highly competitive nomination process. These professionals represent a diverse range of expertise within the M&A ecosystem and will participate in a comprehensive series of professional development sessions. The program is designed to enhance their skills, broaden their professional networks, and accelerate their career growth in the field.
- Bailey DeMets – Norwest Equity Partners (NEP)
- Ben Ikeda – Brass Ring Capital, Inc.
- Chris Klotsche – Northborne Partners
- Jack Cottrell, CPA – RSM US LLP
- James Inman – Wipfli Corporate Finance Advisors, LLC
- Jessica Swanson – Ballard Spahr LLP
- Joe Morris – Medallion Capital
- John Jorgenson – Dorsey & Whitney, LLP
- JT Paine, CFA – AlTi Tiedemann Global
- Kate Woodcock – BDO
- Lynn Astrup – Vermilion Group
- Nathan Gajewski – True North M&A
- Quinn Schoenfelder – Pioneer Management Consulting
- Robert Vaupel – Eide Bailly LLP
- Roxanne Thorelli – Fredrikson
- Seth Vogelsang, MBA – Bridgewater Bank
- Taylor Hansen – RSM US LLP
- Thomas Cravens – PNC
- Tom Hansen, CFA – Quazar Capital
- William Borwege – Norwest Equity Partners
- Zach Huston – Tonka Bay Equity Partners
“The Rising Stars program exemplifies ACG Minnesota’s commitment to cultivating leadership and promoting growth within the mergers and acquisitions community,” stated Cameron Wood, Board Member and Chair of Young Professionals at ACG Minnesota. “We are delighted to recognize this exceptional group of professionals and are eager to witness their impact on the future of our industry.”
For further details about the Rising Stars program, please visit https://lnkd.in/gcxntwx2.
