Houlihan Lokey to Acquire Vicente & Partners

Jay Novak, Global Co-Head of Corporate Finance at Houlihan Lokey

“In today’s evolving market, clients increasingly require advisors who possess deep subsector specialization, world-class capital markets expertise, and truly global reach”

Jay Novak, Global Co-Head of Corporate Finance at Houlihan Lokey

“Partnering with this team allows us to deliver exactly that combination. Culturally, our firms are deeply aligned, sharing a relentless focus on partnership and a client-centric approach. We are pleased to welcome them to the firm and look forward to working together to support our clients’ long-term growth and success.”

Alejandro Vicente, Founder of Vicente & Partners

“We have built Vicente & Partners by focusing on close, long-term relationships, our deep sector expertise, and our differentiated, highly discreet approach. Joining Houlihan Lokey is a natural evolution for us, as we share the same core values. The firm’s global reach and broad range of services mean we can do even more for our clients, while continuing to provide the independent, highly discreet and very dedicated advice that has always been our hallmark.”

Alejandro Vicente, Founder of Vicente & Partners

“The Consumer Group at Houlihan Lokey has an outstanding reputation and an excellent track record, and we look forward to joining such a talented team.”

Alexander Grünwald, Global Co-Head of the Consumer Group at Houlihan Lokey

“Vicente & Partners’ expertise in the high-growth beauty, personal care, and pet health sectors perfectly complements our existing strong capabilities in these areas. Combining their specialised subsector expertise with Houlihan Lokey’s global reach cements our standing as one of the most comprehensive consumer advisory teams in the market. We are excited to partner with our new colleagues to accelerate our momentum and continue delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients.”