Patrick Hughes

Patrick Hughes is a seasoned professional with a strong background in corporate development, particularly in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). He currently serves as the Head of Corporate Development at Grant Thornton LLP, where he spearheads initiatives for growth, profitability, and strategic partnerships.

Patrick's educational background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a Master of Science in Finance (MSF) from Boston College, a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Saint Joseph's University, and a High School Diploma from St. Joseph's Prep.

Prior to his role at Grant Thornton, Patrick held key positions such as Vice President of Special Situations Investment Banking at Phoenix Capital Resources and Investment Banking Analyst focusing on Mergers & Acquisitions at Harris Williams & Co. These experiences have helped shape his expertise in the financial industry and corporate transactions.

His leadership at Grant Thornton involves overseeing strategic acquisitions, divestitures of non-core practices, and the development of joint ventures and partnerships to drive the company's growth and profitability. With his diverse educational background and hands-on experience in investment banking, Patrick brings a wealth of knowledge to his current role.