Ben Laufer

Ben Laufer is a Principal at Edison Partners, a growth equity investment firm, where he focuses on investments in FinTech, Healthcare IT, and Enterprise Solutions.13 He joined Edison Partners in July 2023.3

Professional Background

Ben Laufer has an extensive career in finance and technology:

• Prior to joining Edison, he was a Director at PeakEquity Partners, a private equity firm focused on enterprise software.12
• He held positions at NISA Investment Advisors, MRI Software, and Arbor Advisors.2
• Laufer co-founded two companies: The Garex Group, an advisory firm for entrepreneur-led software businesses, and Talemon Advisors, a talent management company for athletes, artists, and entertainers.13

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology and Society from Stanford University12
• MBA in Finance and Management from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania12
• Holds Series 63 and Series 79 licenses from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)2

Expertise and Achievements

• Over his career, Laufer has been involved with approximately $200 billion of transaction volume across multiple sectors and deal structures.13
• At Edison Partners, he is focused on establishing the sixth Center of Excellence under the Edison Edge, the firm's value creation platform, concentrating on Corporate Development.1

Personal Interests

• Accomplished musician who has toured globally with symphony orchestras13
• Former California state chess champion and placed second in the United States as an amateur13
• Passionate about sports and travel3

Ben Laufer's diverse background in finance, technology, and entrepreneurship, combined with his unique personal achievements, make him a valuable addition to the Edison Partners team.