John Stakes Joins Stout’s Investment Banking Group

Stout is pleased to announce the continued expansion of its Investment Banking platform with the addition of John Stakes as a Managing Director in the Financial Sponsors group. John is based in Los Angeles and is focused on expanding Stout’s relationships with leading middle-market private equity clients on the West Coast.

John brings over 15 years of strategic advisory experience and has executed more than $65 billion of transaction volume on behalf of various corporate, private equity, and family-owned businesses. His execution work spans multiple industries, including traditional industrials, industrial technology, healthcare, and consumer products.

Prior to joining Stout, John was an Executive Director at UBS Investment Bank, where he led various complex transactions across the transportation and logistics, automotive, and machinery sectors. John began his career as a management consultant with Accenture.

“I’m excited to join the team at Stout and help drive the next phase of growth at the firm,” said John. “Stout’s unique combination of talented individuals, culture of collaboration, and dedication to successful client outcomes is a true differentiator. I’m looking forward to bringing my deep transaction experience to the firm’s private equity client base and expanding its relationships on the West Coast.”

John earned his M.B.A. in Analytical Finance, Accounting, and Managerial Leadership from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a B.A. in Economics from Connecticut College.