Pinecrest Capital promoted Anthony Taylor to associate and hired Austin Jolesch as an analyst.

In his new role, Taylor will provide research, market analytics and execution support on mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, and other financial advisory services.

He joined Pinecrest in 2017 as an analyst. Prior to joining the firm, Anthony worked at MJC Partners in Los Angeles, where he focused on both buy-side and sell-side transactions, valuations, and capital raises in the financial institutions industry.

“Anthony has demonstrated a solid understanding of everything that goes into a transaction process and of the level of focus and drive required to achieve the best results for our clients,” said Barrett Kingsriter, senior managing director for Pinecrest Capital Partners. “Anthony’s promotion is well deserved, and we all look forward to watching his ongoing professional development.”

Prior to joining Pinecrest, Jolesch worked in the audit practice at KPMG in Dallas, where he focused primarily on asset management clients.

“Austin has a strong analytical, accounting, and financial services background complimented with valuable audit experience at a big four firm,” said Kingsriter. “We are excited for Austin to join the Pinecrest team and know that his character and experience will be a great asset to the firm.”

Pinecrest Capital Partners is an investment banking firm located in Dallas, offering corporate advisory services to middle market companies.