John is a Managing Director at Lazear, supporting M&A and ESOP advisory for middle-market companies. He plays a central role in guiding companies through complex ownership transactions, providing expertise on the financial, operational, and strategic considerations to ensure successful outcomes.

He brings extensive corporate finance experience, including seven years in the investment banking division of Goldman Sachs, where he rose to Vice President. John has advised both public and private companies on M&A and capital markets activities across a range of industries, including technology, media, telecom, industrials, consumer, and financial services.