Phoenix Capital Resources, a middle-market investment bank focused on special situations, announced that Adam Cook, managing director and head of Investment Banking, has been recognized by The M&A Advisor as one of 2012’s “40 Under 40.”

Eastern region award winners and finalists will be honored by The M&A Advisor on Thursday, May 3. The black tie Awards Gala will be held at The Lighthouse on the waterfront in New York City.

“Adam has become a nationally recognized leader in the middle market investment banking arena, particularly as it relates to challenged transactions. His recognition as a “40 Under 40″ award recipient is a testament to his track record of success and dedication to his clients,” said Michael Jacoby, senior managing director and shareholder of Phoenix Management Services, the operational restructuring arm of Phoenix.

Adam routinely advises companies, financial sponsors and lenders in connection with special situation, as well as, main-stream transactions, across a variety of industries. Adam’s investment banking accomplishments include: successfully negotiating complex financial restructurings; securing private placements (including debt refinancings and equity placements); and overseeing change-of-control transactions (both in and out of court, domestically and internationally). Cook has participated in transactions totaling over $4 billion in enterprise value.

“I’m humbled to be recognized amongst this distinguished group of finalists and Award winners,” said Cook. “I would like to thank The M&A Advisor, the panel of judges, and the Phoenix team for their support.”

Phoenix Capital Resources provides seamless investment banking solutions including M&A advisory, complex restructurings and private placements.