Mar 19, 2025

Northborne Partners Announces Appointment of First Chief Operating Officer

Northborne Partners, a preeminent middle market investment banking firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Theisen as its first Chief Operating Officer (COO). This strategic promotion underlines Northborne’s commitment to operational excellence and is a significant milestone in the company's growth.

Scott brings extensive experience in investment banking and operational leadership to the role. He has been a key member of the Northborne team since inception. In this newly created role, he will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, implementing business strategies and driving organizational efficiency – all with a paramount focus on enhancing Northborne’s commitment to its clients.

Key Responsibilities of the COO:

  • Collaborating with Northborne’s leadership group to drive organizational vision and strategy
  • Overseeing key functions including marketing, finance, HR, administration and operational support
  • Enhancing utilization and adoption of technology to drive cross-functional collaboration and operational effectiveness
  • Supporting and analyzing key business decisions, including strategic hires and new office additions
  • Focusing on maintaining and improving the Northborne client experience

"We are thrilled to have Scott join our leadership team," said Ben Marks, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Northborne Partners. "As we continue to grow and serve our client base across verticals and across North America, Scott's expertise will be invaluable in scaling our operations and maintaining our commitment to delivering exceptional M&A advisory services to privately-held and institutionally-owned companies."

“I am excited to step into this new role at Northborne Partners,” said Scott Theisen. "Northborne has an extraordinary team and reputation in the middle market, and I look forward to supporting the firm in its continued growth and dedication to providing highly sophisticated M&A advisory services to clients.”

Scott's appointment comes at a time of significant growth for Northborne Partners. Since its founding in 2021, the firm has established itself as a trusted advisor in middle market M&A, having completed 50 transactions with a combined deal value of more than $6 billion.

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