Moelis & Co Executive and Leadership Team

Navid Mahmoodzadegan, the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder at Moelis & Co, directs the overarching strategic vision for the firm. Navid Mahmoodzadegan architects high-level advisory frameworks for corporations and governments navigating complex mergers and acquisitions. By overseeing global market expansion, the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder ensures the firm maintains a competitive edge in independent investment banking. This leadership role involves constant collaboration with the Board to refine capital markets transaction strategies and long-term growth objectives. Through rigorous oversight of corporate finance matters, the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder drives the firm toward sustainable profitability. Mahmoodzadegan maintains a focus on client-centric solutions, ensuring that every advisory engagement aligns with the specific needs of financial sponsors. Ultimately, the Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder secures the firm's reputation as a premier advisor for complex recapitalization and restructuring projects on a global scale.

Christopher Callesano, the Chief Financial Officer at Moelis & Co, directs the firm's global financial strategy and reporting functions. Christopher Callesano architects robust fiscal frameworks that support the firm's independent investment banking operations. By overseeing capital allocation and budgeting, the Chief Financial Officer ensures that the firm maintains the financial health necessary to provide expert advice on mergers, acquisitions, and restructurings. This leadership role involves managing investor relations and ensuring compliance with complex financial regulations across all operating regions. Through rigorous analysis of corporate finance matters, the Chief Financial Officer provides the data-driven insights required for strategic decision-making at the executive level. Callesano collaborates with the Board to optimize the firm's capital structure and drive long-term shareholder value. By maintaining fiscal discipline, the Chief Financial Officer secures the resources needed for the firm's continued growth. Ultimately, Callesano drives the financial stability that allows the firm to remain a trusted advisor to corporations and governments.

Kate Pilcher Ciafone, the Chief Operating Officer at Moelis & Co, directs the firm's internal operations and organizational infrastructure. Kate Pilcher Ciafone architects scalable processes that enable the firm to deliver high-quality advisory services for mergers, acquisitions, and capital markets transactions. By overseeing global administrative functions, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that the firm's teams operate with maximum efficiency and alignment. This leadership role involves managing cross-functional initiatives that support the firm's mission of providing independent financial advice to corporations and governments. Through constant evaluation of operational workflows, the Chief Operating Officer identifies opportunities to enhance productivity and service delivery. Ciafone collaborates with the executive team to implement strategic changes that improve the firm's competitive position. By fostering a culture of operational excellence, the Chief Operating Officer drives the firm's ability to handle complex recapitalization and restructuring mandates. Ultimately, Ciafone secures the firm's operational foundation, ensuring that every client engagement benefits from seamless execution and professional rigor.

Lisa Strobel, the Managing Director at Moelis & Co, leads specialized advisory teams focused on complex corporate finance matters. Lisa Strobel architects bespoke solutions for clients requiring deep expertise in mergers and acquisitions. By overseeing North American market initiatives, the Managing Director ensures that corporate clients receive tailored guidance during critical capital markets transactions. This leadership role involves managing high-stakes relationships with financial sponsors to drive deal flow and revenue growth. Through meticulous analysis of market trends, the Managing Director supports the firm's broader mission of providing independent, objective financial advice. Strobel coordinates with other senior leaders to align departmental goals with the firm's overarching strategic objectives. By fostering strong client partnerships, the Managing Director secures long-term value for the firm's diverse portfolio. Ultimately, Strobel drives operational excellence within the advisory division, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality financial solutions for every client engagement.

William Goodman, the Managing Director at Moelis & Co, manages complex recapitalization and restructuring mandates for a diverse client base. William Goodman architects financial strategies that assist corporations in navigating distressed market conditions. By overseeing EMEA expansion efforts, the Managing Director ensures the firm provides consistent, high-level advisory services across international borders. This leadership role involves coordinating with capital markets teams to execute sophisticated financial transactions that stabilize client balance sheets. Through rigorous evaluation of corporate finance matters, the Managing Director identifies growth opportunities within challenging economic environments. Goodman collaborates with senior partners to refine the firm's approach to independent investment banking. By maintaining a focus on technical precision, the Managing Director drives successful outcomes for governments and financial sponsors alike. Ultimately, Goodman secures the firm's position as a trusted advisor for complex financial restructuring, ensuring that every client receives actionable, strategic guidance during critical business transitions.

Megan Dwyer, the Managing Director at Moelis & Co, oversees strategic advisory services for large-scale corporate finance matters. Megan Dwyer architects comprehensive solutions for clients engaged in mergers and acquisitions. By overseeing regional market penetration, the Managing Director ensures that the firm's independent advice reaches a broad spectrum of corporate and government entities. This leadership role involves managing complex deal structures and coordinating with internal teams to deliver seamless capital markets transactions. Through constant engagement with financial sponsors, the Managing Director identifies emerging opportunities for recapitalization and restructuring. Dwyer collaborates with the executive team to align advisory services with the firm's long-term growth strategy. By prioritizing client success, the Managing Director drives revenue and strengthens the firm's market presence. Ultimately, Dwyer secures the firm's reputation for excellence by delivering sophisticated financial insights that address the unique challenges faced by modern corporations in a volatile global economy.

Peter Arnaboldi, the Managing Director at Moelis & Co, directs the execution of complex capital markets transactions for institutional clients. Peter Arnaboldi architects financial frameworks that support corporations during significant mergers and acquisitions. By overseeing operational efficiency within the advisory division, the Managing Director ensures that the firm delivers timely and accurate financial solutions. This leadership role involves managing relationships with key financial sponsors to facilitate successful recapitalization and restructuring efforts. Through deep industry knowledge, the Managing Director provides critical insights into corporate finance matters that influence long-term client success. Arnaboldi coordinates with senior leadership to ensure that all advisory activities align with the firm's commitment to independent, objective guidance. By fostering a culture of excellence, the Managing Director drives the firm's growth and market impact. Ultimately, Arnaboldi secures the firm's standing as a leader in investment banking by consistently delivering high-value results for a diverse and demanding client base.