Stephen Pagano is a finance expert who has established a reputation through his work in the investment and banking industry. Stephen is a graduate of Rider University and obtained his MBA in Finance and Accounting from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Prior to his current role in Corporate Development & Strategy at Verizon, Stephen worked at Standard & Poor's as an Associate Director and Rating Analyst. He also worked as an Investment Banking Summer Associate at Peter J. Solomon Company, an Analyst at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, and an Analyst Intern at Merrill Lynch.

Stephen's skills and expertise include financial analysis, corporate finance, strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, and investment banking. As an accomplished professional, Stephen has garnered extensive experience working in the financial services industry and focusing on corporate strategy and investment. He is motivated and passionate about making deals happen, shaping corporate financial strategy, and advising on complex financial matters.