Peter Hissey Promoted to Vice President of SEA

Ambler, PA, June 27, 2023 – Strategic Exit Advisors is pleased to announce Peter Hissey has been promoted to Vice President of SEA effective July 1st, 2023.


Peter Hissey first joined SEA five years ago as a Summer Analyst. Early on in his summer with Strategic Exit Advisors, he showed a strong aptitude for leadership and a work ethic that set him apart. He was so highly regarded, that in 2018 he participated in prospect and client work throughout the program. After gaining three years of valuable experience with Bank of America as an Investment Banking Analyst, Peter returned to Strategic Exit Advisors as an Associate.


Throughout his time with SEA, Peter has consistently displayed a commitment to excellence, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues. Currently leading the execution of sell-side mandates and contributing to the evaluation of new prospects, Peter has played a pivotal role in the continued growth of the company.


Senior deal team members Tony Parisi and Rob Waring have wholeheartedly welcomed Peter’s promotion to Vice President with Parisi remarking, “Peter has distinguished himself in serving SEA’s clients with great diligence, empathy and effectiveness, and he is deeply deserving of this promotion.” 

 

Rob Waring added, “Peter has been a tremendous addition to the team here at SEA. He is a unique individual who possesses strong technical abilities and equally strong interpersonal skills. He embodies our core values and is a great asset to the firm.” 

SEA Managing Director Curt Cyliax has worked closely with Peter and is thrilled to see this next step in Peter’s career. Cyliax notes the importance that the SEA Summer Analyst Program has in cultivating the foundations of success for younger analysts. Regarding Peter’s promotion Cyliax remarked, “We are delighted to have Peter grow with the company. With his expanding expertise, dedication, and hard work he and Strategic Exit Advisors have a bright future ahead. I am thrilled to see what the future holds.”


Join us in congratulating Peter Hissey on his well-deserved promotion to Vice President at Strategic Exit Advisors. 


SEA 

Strategic Exit Advisors (SEA) is an investment bank that helps people close the biggest deals of their lives. The firm specializes in helping entrepreneurs sell their businesses. SEA enables its clients to achieve their financial and other personal goals by creating a competitive process with strategic buyers.

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