Completing The Deal

Book Release

with Westlake CEO, Matt Andersen

OVERVIEW

Matt Andersen is the CEO of Westlake Securities in Austin, Texas, and author of the new book “Completing the Deal.” With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Matt has personally orchestrated over 140 successful transactions, with a cumulative value exceeding $5 billion in private placement and M&A deals.

In Completing the Deal, Matt shares his experiences and expertise from his extensive career.

Matt’s expertise and unparalleled vision for maximizing the growth and value of middle market companies has left an indelible mark on industries across Texas and around the country. Since Joining Westlake in 2014, Matt has led or co-led 140 successful transactions, with a cumulative value exceeding $5 billion in private placement and M&A deals.

Investor/ Advisor Experience: Matt has led or co-lead 140 transactions/ $5 billion restate. Additionally, he has invested in 13 private companies and has had a board role on several of these organizations. In the recent past, he served as an advisor to companies whose combined revenue totals more than $2 billion+.

Matt has an MBA in Banking, attended executive programs at Harvard and the University of Chicago, and holds FINRA series 6, 7, 63, 65, 24, 27 and 79 licenses. Originally from Hinsdale, IL, Matt and his family have lived in the Austin area for 15 years.

Career Highlights:

140+ debt, securities, and debt transactions
$5 billion+ in closed transaction value
Investor in 16 plus private equity and credit transactions
Past and present board role with 6 companies
Speaker to industry group and CEO forums;
Author and media contributor

It’s your company. It’s your money. And, most importantly, it’s your time. No one will care about these things as much as you do. That’s why every transaction needs to be done right and given every ounce of attention and detail.