Lester McCarroll, Jr

Lester McCarroll, Jr. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in management consulting, economic development, and strategic planning across various sectors. Currently serving as Managing Director and Client Architect at GP Ventures since August 2016, Lester specializes in M&A advisory for middle-market companies. Concurrently, Lester is a Business Consultant for the Village of Hazel Crest, contributing to its strategic planning, and also holds the position of Managing Director at the Mid South Business Association and Resource Center, focusing on driving economic growth. As the Principal Consultant and CEO of The McCarroll Group since May 2003, Lester has directed numerous organizational innovations. Additional roles include driving business development at Data Defenders, LLC, and serving as Chief Strategist for EDDR, among others. Lester's educational background includes a Master's in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor's from the Illinois Institute of Technology.