Kirk Otis

Kirk Otis is a highly experienced Transaction-oriented strategy and Corporate Development leader with an MBA and over 25 years of expertise in business development, acquisitions, restructuring, M&A, investment, and new ventures.

Throughout his career, Kirk has held key leadership positions such as CEO, CFO, and CorpDev roles in both start-ups and large corporations, demonstrating a strong track record of success.

With a history of closing over 50 transactions valued at more than $13.5 billion and securing $46 million in Venture Capital for 3 start-ups, Kirk is a skilled negotiator, closer, and relationship builder.

He is known for his strategic thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and as a trusted C-Level adviser proficient in supporting critical decision-making processes.

Kirk's specialties include Relationship Building, Value Proposition Identification, Strategy Development, Partnering, Mergers and Acquisitions, Divestments, Due Diligence, and Corporate Investments among others.

Educationally, Kirk Otis studied MBA, Finance, and International Business at Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business, and BSBA in Finance at Bowling Green State University.

Currently, Kirk serves as the Managing Director at Merger Partners Inc. and has previously held positions at notable organizations like Neuro System FX, Inc., C-Level Advisors, Concertal Systems, Inc., Exit Partners, and more.

With a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex international transactions, and drive successful integration efforts, Kirk Otis consistently exceeds expectations and offers impactful solutions to challenges.