Patrick Walsh CEO

Patrick Walsh CEO, is a prominent figure in the investment community and is mainly known for his strategic approach to enhancing the performance of small and mid-cap companies such as PW Partners and Empire Holdings and Investments. Operating from Palm Beach County, Florida, he has steered his firm, PW Partners, since its inception in 2012, focusing on unlocking the latent potential within the restaurant sector and beyond. His effective leadership and insightful investment strategies have led to notable mentions in esteemed financial publications such as Barron's, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal.

At the helm of PW Partners, Walsh has demonstrated an exceptional ability to identify undervalued assets and transform them into profitable enterprises through meticulous operational enhancements and strategic capital investments. This knack for value creation was further recognized when he took over as CEO of Empire Holdings and Investments, a diversified holding company also based in Florida. Under his guidance, Empire Holdings has expanded its portfolio to include a variety of industries, showcasing his versatility and broad market acumen.

Patrick's career in finance began robustly at Prudential Capital Group, where he initially cut his teeth in the industry by managing investments in commercial properties and real estate investment trusts. This foundational experience paved the way for subsequent senior roles at Deutsche Bank and a notable Illinois-based hedge fund, where he refined his expertise in equity strategies and investment banking.

Patrick Walsh CEO, pursued economics while distinguishing himself as a dual-sport athlete. An unforeseen sports injury led him to transfer to Boston College, where he graduated with honors in accountancy. His academic pursuits didn't stop there; he later attended Columbia University's Graduate School of Business, where he completed the Executive Value Investing Program under the guidance of Bruce Greenwald.