Philip A. Palazzo, Jr.
Founder and President

Phil Palazzo founded PALAZZO in 2009 with the desire to create an M&A firm focused on the strategic deal making and operational advisory services needed by management of today’s marketing services agencies. To date, Phil has acted as advisor on some of the industry’s high-profile transactions and also designed long-term growth strategies for clients looking to improve their firms’ operations and build their enterprise value.

Phil brings nearly 30 years of experience in advertising, marketing and investment banking to his New York City based firm, including:

• Partner and Managing Director of an M&A advisory firm focused on the marketing services industry.
• CEO of MC2, an event-marketing firm for corporate events, meetings, exhibits and environments.
• President of Ammirati Puris Lintas, where he oversaw $600 million in revenue as a member of the worldwide board.
• General Manager, CFO and Partner of the renowned and highly respected Ammirati & Puris advertising agency. Phil led the highly successful sale of the agency to IPG delivering a remarkable 25:1 return on equity to shareholders.

His experience within the banking and marketing worlds as a former owner and seller provides a unique perspective to clients in digital advertising, public relations, media buying, and other marketing services sectors seeking M&A and financial counsel.

Phil is often quoted in the press, and is a frequent speaker at industry conferences, where he is a recognized expert in developing practical strategies for creating and driving shareholder value, and in helping owners formulate succession and exit strategies.

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