Payton McVey

Payton McVey is a Principal at Yellow Wood Partners, LLC, a Boston-based private equity firm focused on investing in consumer brands and companies.1 Here's a comprehensive overview of his professional background:

Education and Early Career

Payton McVey completed his undergraduate studies at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, where he earned an Honors Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, graduating cum laude.24

Professional Experience

Yellow Wood Partners, LLC: Payton joined Yellow Wood Partners in 2017 as an Associate and has since progressed through several roles within the company13:

• Associate (2017)
• Senior Associate (2019)
• Vice President (2021)
• Principal (2022 - Present)

During his time at Yellow Wood, Payton completed a secondment in an operating role at their portfolio company, Scholl's Wellness Company.1

Previous Positions: Before joining Yellow Wood Partners, Payton's career included:

• Investment Banking Analyst at William Blair & Company (April 2015 - May 2017)
  • Focused on Consumer & Retail M&A34
• Associate at Deloitte & Touche (September 2013 - March 2015)
  • Worked as a CPA23

Responsibilities at Yellow Wood Partners

As a Principal, Payton's responsibilities likely include:

• Identifying potential acquisition candidates
• Building financial models and conducting financial analysis for due diligence
• Drafting investment memoranda
• Assisting with securing financing for transactions
• Working with operating partners and management teams to support portfolio companies2

Recent Achievements

In December 2023, Payton was involved in Yellow Wood Partners' acquisition of Elida Beauty from Unilever, which marked the firm's fourth corporate carveout.5

Payton McVey's career trajectory demonstrates his expertise in private equity, particularly in the consumer goods sector, and his significant contributions to Yellow Wood Partners' investment strategies and portfolio management.