Usman Shakeel

Usman Shakeel is a Managing Director in the Mergers & Acquisitions group at StoneCalibre. Since joining StoneCalibre in 2012, Usman has been actively involved in identifying, evaluating and executing upon numerous investment opportunities across a myriad of industries including healthcare and life sciences, software and technology, telecommunications, distribution and others. He is responsible for driving all stages of the investment execution process including initial review, due diligence, valuation, financing and structuring, negotiations, legal documentation as well as post-close portfolio company oversight and support.

Prior to joining StoneCalibre, Usman was part of the Mergers & Acquisitions team at Morgan Stanley in Los Angeles where he advised clients on strategic alternatives including mergers & acquisitions, refinancings, initial public offerings and share buybacks. Notable transactions included Molson Coors Brewing Company / StarBev, Joh. A. Benckiser / Peet’s Coffee & Tea, International Game Technology / Double Down Interactive and Leap Wireless.

Usman graduated magna cum laude from the University of Southern California earning dual-degrees with B.S. in Business Administration from the Marshall School of Business and B.S. in Accounting from the Leventhal School of Accounting. He continues to stay involved with the university as a mentor to the students of the undergraduate business school.