Widely respected and seasoned veteran joins as managing director of Technology Investment Banking
Raymond James Ltd. has welcomed industry veteran Yong Kwon as a managing director of Technology Investment Banking.
Reporting to Marwan Kubursi, head of Health Care and Technology Investment Banking in Canada, Kwon will be focused on assisting Canadian technology firms with their M&A advisory and financing needs, specifically by fully integrating the firm’s cross-border capabilities in Canada and the U.S.
“Yong is an important addition to our existing strong team of technology investment bankers, and is widely respected in the industry," Kubursi said. “With his extensive experience, Yong will be a great addition to support our clients in this important sector in the Canadian capital markets.”
With 20 years’ experience in technology investment banking at both independent firms and bank-owned dealers, Kwon is a promising addition to Raymond James’ formidable Technology team of 70 investment banking professionals and 10 equity research analysts covering 210 companies.
“The Technology Sector in Canada is at a fascinating juncture and I am excited to be part of an outstanding team dedicated to making a difference to our corporate clients by providing borderless solutions to help them grow and thrive,” Kwon said. “With our exceptional North American platform, we have the professionals and world class solutions to make a real difference for Canadian companies.”