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\nHoulihan Lokey Expands Business Services Group With Strategic Senior Hire<\/p>\n

Dave Buscaglia Joins as a Managing Director in New York<\/b><\/p>\n

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\nHoulihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI), the global investment bank, announced today that Dave Buscaglia has joined as a Managing Director in its Business Services Group. Based in New York, Mr. Buscaglia will cover the specialty consulting and risk services sectors.<\/p>\n

\nMr. Buscaglia joins the firm following five years as a Managing Director in Stifel\u2019s Business Services Group. At Stifel, his coverage included professional services, including accounting, advisory, consulting, and HCM, as well as essential services such as facility, route-based, and event\/hospitality services. Prior to joining Stifel, Mr. Buscaglia spent seven years at Nomura Securities International as a Managing Director in its global Business Services Group.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cDave brings an exceptional combination of strategic insight, deep industry experience, and a collaborative approach that resonates with both clients and colleagues,\u201d said Ranon Kent, Managing Director and Global Head of Houlihan Lokey\u2019s Business Services Group. \u201cHis proven ability to navigate complex situations and deliver meaningful results will be a tremendous asset to our team as we continue to grow and serve our clients at the highest level.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nThomas Bailey, Managing Director in Houlihan Lokey\u2019s Business Services Group, added, \u201cDave has built a strong reputation for thoughtful leadership and trusted execution throughout his career. We are excited to welcome him to the firm and believe his perspective and expertise will meaningfully enhance and strengthen our specialty consulting and risk services coverage.\u201d<\/p>\n

\n\u201cI\u2019m thrilled to join such a highly regarded organization alongside an accomplished and talented team,\u201d said Mr. Buscaglia. \u201cThe firm\u2019s commitment to excellence and client service strongly aligns with my own values, and I look forward to working collaboratively to help drive impactful outcomes for our clients.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nHoulihan Lokey\u2019s Business Services Group has earned a reputation for providing superior service and achieving outstanding results in M&A advisory, capital-raising, restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory services. In 2025, the group was ranked as the No. 1 business services M&A advisor for all global transactions, with 92 deals.*<\/p>\n

*2025 M&A Advisory Rankings\u2014All Global Business Services Transactions. Source: LSEG. Excludes accounting firms and brokers.<\/i><\/p>\n

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Houlihan Lokey Expands Business Services Group With Strategic Senior Hire Dave Buscaglia Joins as a Managing Director in New York NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI), the global investment bank, announced today that Dave Buscaglia has joined as a Managing Director in its Business Services Group. Based in New York, Mr. Buscaglia will cover the specialty consulting and risk services sectors. Mr. Buscaglia joins the firm following five years as a Managing Director in Stifel\u2019s Business Services Group. At Stifel, his coverage included professional services, including accounting, advisory, consulting, and HCM, as well as essential services such as facility, route-based, and event\/hospitality services. Prior to joining Stifel, Mr. Buscaglia spent seven years at Nomura Securities International as a Managing … <\/p>\n

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