Michael Buchbinder is a senior investment banker and strategic advisor with nearly two decades of experience guiding private equity sponsors, growth investors, and CEOs through complex M&A and capital markets transactions. Over his career, he has advised across the Technology, Media, Education and Services sectors, representing billions of dollars in transaction value. Known for his judgment in high-stakes situations and a deep understanding of the “private equity playbook,” Michael brings a rare combination of board-level perspective and hands-on execution expertise, making him a trusted partner in pivotal moments for sophisticated institutional investors.

Prior to founding Buchbinder & Co., Michael was Managing Director and US Head of Education Technology & Services Investment Banking at Rothschild & Co and Oppenheimer & Co., where he advised private equity and growth equity funds and their portfolio companies on M&A and recapitalizations. He began his career at Deutsche Bank and Bank of Montreal (BMO).

Michael holds a JD/MBA from The Wharton School and Carey School of Law at the University of Pennsylvania, and a BA from Yeshiva University.

He lives in New York with his wife, Ilana, and their 4 children.