Lincoln International Broadens Automotive Expertise

James Lee Joins Lincoln International as a Vice President in the Global Automotive and Truck Group

Lincoln International, a leading global, mid-market investment bank, announced today that it has further expanded its Global Automotive and Truck Group with the addition of James Lee as a Vice President in its New York office. James brings further experience in the automotive aftermarket sector and will assist in transaction execution and new business origination across both OE and aftermarket focused businesses.

James Lee adds significant merger and acquisition advisory experience to Lincoln International, including numerous transactions for Fortune 500 companies, leading private equity firms and privately held businesses. He also has experience with equity and debt financings for both public and private companies. As a member of the Global Automotive and Truck Group, James will contribute his extensive experience with automotive suppliers. Most recently, James advised Rank Group on its carve out sale of Wells Vehicle Electronics from UCI International to NGK Spark Plug, and Kohlberg & Company on its sale of Trico Products Corporation, the largest wiper blade/system company in North America, to Crowne Group.

“The addition of James to our team underscores Lincoln’s commitment to further strengthening our Automotive practice and deepening our expertise in both the OE and aftermarket sectors,” said Robert Satow, Co-Head of Lincoln’s Global Automotive and Truck Group and Managing Director.

Prior to joining Lincoln International, James spent three years at Sawaya Segalas, an M&A advisory boutique, primarily covering the automotive sector. Previous investment banking roles included financial sponsor coverage at BMO Capital Markets, consumer/technology M&A at Barclays Capital / Lehman Brothers and technology investment banking at Jefferies. James holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Harvard University.

 

About Lincoln International

Lincoln International specializes in merger and acquisition advisory services, debt advisory services, private capital raising and restructuring advice on mid-market transactions. Lincoln International also provides fairness opinions, valuations and pension advisory services on a wide range of transaction sizes. With sixteen offices in the Americas, Asia and Europe, Lincoln International has strong local knowledge and contacts in key global economies. The firm provides clients with senior-level attention, in-depth industry expertise and integrated resources. By being focused and independent, Lincoln International serves its clients without conflicts of interest. More information about Lincoln International can be obtained at www.lincolninternational.com