- Capital markets research
- Private equity investment trends
- Financial risk analytics
- Economic policy discussions
- Mentoring junior finance professionals
Tawny Paonessa
Investment Banking Executive
Joplin
Summary
Dynamic investment banking professional with extensive experience at Commerce Bank, excelling in capital-raising and M&A transactions. Proven track record in business development and strategic planning, leading teams to deliver sophisticated financial models and investor relations. Adept at mentoring talent and fostering client relationships to drive successful outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Managing Director – Investment Banking
Commerce Bank
05.2021 - Current
- Oversaw significant capital-raising and mergers and acquisitions.
- Created new business clients and upheld important institutional connections.
- Oversaw the negotiation, valuation, and deal structuring procedures.
- Oversaw analysts, associates, and vice presidents in intricate deals.
- Presented executive boards with investment alternatives and financial plans.
Vice President – Investment Banking
Santander US Capital Markets LLC
01.2016 - 03.2021
- Oversaw the completion of equity offerings, leveraged buyouts, and M&A transactions
- Created sophisticated financial models, such as similar company analysis, DCF, and LBO
- Worked with the legal, accounting, and compliance teams to coordinate due diligence procedures.
- Created transaction marketing materials and investor pitchbooks.
- Kept in touch with clients throughout the course of the transaction.
Investment Banking Analyst
Selby Jennings
07.2012 - 12.2015
- Completed reports on industry research and financial statement analysis.
- Created financial estimates and value models.
- Assisted senior bankers with live presentations and transaction execution.
- Helped create memos of confidential information (CIMs).
- Tracked competitor performance indicators and market trends
Education
Master of Science - Investment Analysis & Corporate Financial Strategy
University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Financial Planning & Capital Markets
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 05.2001 -
Skills
Sales leadership
Mentoring and training
Recruitment strategies
Business development
Team leadership
Strategic planning
Investor relations
Credit analysis
Interests
Timeline
Managing Director – Investment Banking
Commerce Bank
05.2021 - Current
Vice President – Investment Banking
Santander US Capital Markets LLC
01.2016 - 03.2021
Investment Banking Analyst
Selby Jennings
07.2012 - 12.2015
Master of Science - Investment Analysis & Corporate Financial Strategy
University of Colorado At Boulder
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Financial Planning & Capital Markets
Arizona State University
05.2001 -