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Robert Graham is a Founding Partner at SIG Partners (SIG) where he leads deal sourcing, due diligence, deal structuring, and capital raises for various acquisitions.

He is also an investor in multiple companies in the lower-middle market and is the CEO of Pillar Health Group, a healthcare company he founded. During Robert’s tenure as CEO, Pillar Health Group grew annual revenue from $6M to $130M in a little over six years and today employs over 1,500 team members.

As an acquisition entrepreneur, Robert has been honored to be invited to speak at Harvard, MIT, The University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Indiana University, among others.

Previously, Robert was Vice President at The Sterling Group. At Sterling, Robert worked on multiple acquisitions and helped lead the roll-up of Construction Supply Group, the second-largest distributor of specialty construction supplies in the US.

He also served on the board of Specified Air Solutions, a $150M diversified manufacturer of HVAC equipment. Prior to Sterling, Robert was a Product Line Manager for two product lines at Eaton Corporation, a role in which he had P&L responsibility for a $50M business unit. He is currently a member of the Dallas chapter of YPO.

Robert received an MBA from Harvard Business School, a BS in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M University, and was an Eagle Scout.

Aaron Blick is a Founding Partner at SIG Partners (SIG) where he leads deal sourcing, due diligence, deal structuring, and capital raises for various acquisitions.

Aaron Blick is also the President of Pillar Health Group, a healthcare company he founded. He has over 15 years of professional management experience and a business development background in multiple healthcare industry spaces.

As a partner, principal, developer and entrepreneur, Aaron has successfully started, acquired, expanded and sold over 12 companies in the healthcare industry. Aaron currently owns and operates a chain of physical therapy clinics spread across major metropolitan areas in Texas and Louisiana.

Aaron received an MA from Fuller and a BA from Texas A&M University.

John Petracco is the Senior Vice President of Business Development at SIG Partners (SIG) where he focuses on deal sourcing, analysis of acquisition opportunities, negotiations, marketing, and client relations.

Previously, he worked as SVP of Business Development & Sales at Delta Agriculture Partners, a sustainability company with initiatives in biodegradable plastics, biodegradable cardboard substitutes, and carbon sequestration efforts.

Prior to Delta Ag, he worked at Pony Oil in Acquisitions and Divestitures where he bought, built, and sold land-based production units to oil & gas companies. He started his career with UBS Financial Services as a registered client service associate assisting in wealth management, strategy, and trade execution.

John received a BS in Business Administration and Management in the Business Honors Program from Florida SouthWestern State College.

Andrew Baughn is an Associate on the Investment Team at SIG Partners (SIG) where he supports entrepreneurs with due diligence and deal execution.

Previously, Andrew worked as a Project Manager for clients at Third Bridge, assisting them with market research. He directly worked with a Boston-based firm with approximately $5B AUM on their research into potential investments. He also worked as an Investment Banking Intern at CEA Group, where he assisted with deals across various industries. Prior to this internship, he worked as a search fund intern for MODE Growth Partners.

Andrew graduated from Washington State University with a BA in Finance, where he also played for the Washington State Cougars baseball team. He pitched in over 50 games during his final two years with the team.

Lane Davis is a Business Development Associate at SIG Partners (SIG) where he focuses on deal sourcing, acquisition analysis, negotiations, and client relations.

Previously, Lane was a Analyst at Stewardship Partners, where he focused on acquiring businesses in the software and business services verticals. He sourced investment opportunities, conducted due diligence, and engaged with business owners on potential exit strategies.

Prior to Stewardship Partners, Lane interned at Sundvold Capital where he conducted market research, analyzed investment trends, and advised potential investment strategies for high-net-worth individuals.

Lane earned a BS in Finance with a minor in Economics from the University of Missouri’s Trulaske College of Business. Outside the office, Lane is an avid golfer and loves the outdoors.

Kate Yurosek is a Business Development Analyst at SIG Partners (SIG) where she focuses on deal sourcing, deal-qualification, and client relations.

Before joining SIG, Kate worked at Third Bridge as a Senior Associate, supporting consulting firms on due diligences. In this role, she sourced subject matter experts and supported market research across various industries.

Kate graduated from Southern Methodist University with a BA in Biology and a BS in Psychology.