Ed Weklar

Ed Weklar has a diverse and extensive work experience. Ed is currently working at Blue Cross NC as the Head of Corporate Development, Care Delivery Services & Strategic Portfolio Management. Prior to this, they held the position of Head of Corporate Development at the same company.

Previously, Ed worked at Assistive Partners as a Principal, where they focused on making equity investments in middle market Technology and Services businesses. Ed was involved in optimizing the operational, financial, and organizational performance of companies in both growth and turnaround situations.

Before that, they served as Managing Director at The Advisory Board Company, where they identified and executed growth opportunities, specifically in software and services for higher education institutions.

Ed also worked as a Vice President at Arlington Capital Partners, a private equity firm that invested in services businesses and businesses serving the government. During their time there, they executed multiple acquisitions and divestitures.

Prior to that, Ed worked as an Investment Professional at Questor Management Company, a global private equity firm that focused on distressed companies and turnarounds.

Ed began their career as an Analyst at First Union Securities, where they worked on the issuance of senior, mezzanine, and high yield debt for leveraged transactions.

Overall, Ed Weklar's work experience spans various industries and roles, showcasing their expertise in equity investments, corporate development, and private equity.

Ed Weklar earned a B.A. degree from the University of Virginia, where they double-majored in Economics and History. Ed attended the university from 1995 to 1998. Later, from 2004 to 2006, they pursued an MBA from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business.