Alexandra Lebenthal, Senior Advisor in Houlihan Lokey’s Financial Sponsors Group, has been featured on Mergers & Acquisitions’ list of Most Influential Women in Mid-Market M&A. In addition to her recognition, Managing Director Susan Roddy received an honorable mention.
The publication notes, “‘Advancing the state of women extends to female-led companies, too. For example, Lebenthal points out that Houlihan Lokey now tracks all of the firm’s women-led deals through a quarterly update that underscores its commitment to being the investment bank that speaks to female CEOs.’ She highlights a deal like Thinx (Kimberly-Clark acquired a majority stake in 2022), a brand that has led to the rapid expansion of the period underwear category.
“‘Spotlighting deals like Thinx shows how women are rewriting the narrative around companies that previously have been seen as taboo or embarrassing. It’s important that our female bankers, CEOs, and clients all feel empowered to talk about these deals,’ says Lebenthal, who leads specialized investment banking advisory for women-led companies. ‘I always like to say, This isn’t your grandfather’s M&A anymore.’”
Read the full list of honorees on Mergers & Acquisitions’ website.