D.A. Davidson’s investment banking division hired Managing Director Eric Stetler at the firm’s Chicago office.
Stetler will handle machinery and equipment practice in several OEM, supplier, dealer and service provider markets, including agriculture, construction, marine, mining, outdoor power, rail and recreation vehicle.
Stetler joins D.A. Davidson after 13 years at Baird.
“Eric is a talented and respected banker who has a track record of providing results-driven service to his clients,” said Rory McKinney, D.A. Davidson’s head of investment banking. “He is truly a dynamic addition to our industrials team, which has significant momentum.”
At Baird, Stetler originated and executed M&A transactions, debt and equity financings.
“We are excited to welcome Eric to the team,” said Tim Sznewajs, head of diversified industrials investment banking at D.A. Davidson, on Stetler’s previous focus in machinery and equipment sectors. “Eric’s base in Chicago allows us to expand our practice into the Midwest and continue to build upon the diversified industrial team’s momentum.”
