Why Clients Choose Us
We exceed expectations of our clients through refreshingly honest and transparent advice, in-depth business knowledge, and mentorship which allows them to achieve incredible outcomes, live the life they dreamed of, and contribute to their communities.
OUR VALUES
We’ve outlined six overarching tenets that SEG lives by to transform the reputation of our industry and impact the lives of our clients and communities.
Our Services
We Favor Honesty and Transparency
Our "no bullshit" approach allows us to cultivate trust with our employees, clients, partners, buyers, and peers.
We Are Authentic
We are exactly who we say we are and do what we say we will do allowing ourselves to be our truest and best selves and encouraging open, honest conversations, feedback, and progress.
We Consider Our People Our Greatest Assets
Our employees aren’t just here to make a good living, but to build their best life. We work closely with each team member to develop their skills so they become trusted advisors.
We Focus on Offering Value, Not Just Valuation
We take pride in providing exceptional service to our clients long before the M&A process begins. We educate them on the market, metrics and prospective buyers, and we guide them through the process so they can approach the deal with confidence.
We Obsess Over Results
We strive to exceed the expectations of our clients and employees. We know what factors have the biggest impact on their company’s value and how to tell their story in a way that will get them the best possible deal with the right investor.
We Do Good for Good People
Our clients are a reflection of who we are. At SEG, we want to work with good people. When you give good out into the world, you will receive it back.
Our Team
While other firms have frequent turnover, we retain exceptional, diverse, and genuine team members who build long-term relationships with our clients and become truly invested in their success.

Allen Cinzori, Managing Director
“All of us at SEG are fortunate. We get to continuously learn about exciting new businesses and markets, drive premier outcomes for our clients, and develop lasting relationships with clients, buyers and other industry-leaders.”
Allen lends his profound understanding of software industry trends, markets and transactions to negotiate the sale of software companies with premier outcomes. He oversees SEG’s business strategy, builds key relationships within the software community, leads client transactions from commencement to closing, and manages business development. While he enjoys all aspects of his role as SEG’s Managing Partner, Allen’s primary focus is negotiating the best possible outcome for SEG’s clients.
Outside of work, Allen enjoys family time, especially when it involves surfing, skiing, and riding dirt bikes with his kids.
Education
- USC Marshall School of Business, MBA
- – Honors
- – Beta Gama Sigma
- California Polytechnic State University, B.S., Mechanical Engineering
- – Honors
- – Cum Laude

Brad Weekes, Managing Director
“We are fortunate to work at the intersection of our passions: technology, strategy and finance. We’re equally passionate about exceeding client’s expectations and turning their goals into reality.”
Brad applies his diverse and unique background spanning nearly 25 years in software engineering, product management, finance, and strategy to achieve stellar outcomes for shareholders. As Partner, Brad’s responsibilities include serving as deal-lead, relationship management, business development, and firm management. When leading deals, Brad focuses on thoughtful positioning of his clients against the marketplace, including developing compelling growth ahead strategies, running well orchestrated and aggressive processes, and problem solving when faced with difficult situations. Consistent with SEG’s values across the board, Brad’s goal for every transaction is to provide a high degree of professionalism, transparency, and to exceed clients’ expectations on every level.
Brad enjoys a wide range of activities including spending time with his three kids, surfing, reading nonfiction books, listening to a wide array of music, (poorly) playing guitar, exercising, and enjoying great local restaurants with friends and family.
Career Highlights
- Strong experience with both private equity recaps and strategic acquisitions.
- Led some of the highest multiple transactions in respective verticals.
- Closed a strategic acquisition for a client at a valuation 70%+ higher than the valuations they received only one year earlier.
- Increased initial strategic acquisition offers nearly 50% for a client driven through the course of negotiations by creating a competitive process, thoughtful guidance, and advice to our client and strong negotiation with various buyers.
- Key member of a team that launched the first video phone experience in the U.S. market. Significant leadership roles in the Company which raised over $100 million in venture capital, acquired three companies, was acquired, and its parent company went IPO.
- Original member of the engineering team at a start-up company that built one of the world’s first VOIP telephony systems and successfully deployed it in emerging countries.
Education
- UCLA Anderson School of Management, MBA
- Venture Fellow
- Anderson Student Asset Management Fellow
- UC San Diego, M.S., Electrical Engineering
- UC San Diego, B.S., Computer Engineering
Kris Beible, Managing Director
“Every day at SEG is inspirational. We get to form relationships with successful entrepreneurs and learn how their businesses are solving unique challenges through the use of technology.”
Kris provides key guidance to active and prospective clients considering a strategic exit or private equity investment. He’s met with thousands of B2B Software / SaaS entrepreneurs over the past 15 years and takes pride in forming enduring relationships with software executives in an effort to help them successfully reach their strategic goals. In addition, Kris oversees SEG’s broader business development and research efforts.
Outside of work, Kris enjoys golfing and spending time outdoors with family.
Career Highlights
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Developed unique pattern recognition for identifying attractive and salable B2B SaaS companies that has driven SEG clients to successfully transact at a rate nearly double that of the broader industry.
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Responsible for bringing on board dozens of SEG clients that have gone on to become enthusiastic references / advocates for SEG.
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Proud to have played a critical role in carving out SEG’s industry leading position within key B2B SaaS segments.
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Experience in both deal execution and business development.

Tiffany Rivers, Chief Marketing Officer
Tiffany Rivers served as a longtime marketing leader for iOFFICE, a SaaS workplace technology provider, and helped to grow the company 500% in five years with strategies that included content marketing and SEO, paid advertising, lead nurturing and sales enablement. She met the SEG team during iOFFICE’s acquisition by Waud Capital Partners. As VP of Marketing, she led the company through unprecedented growth, numerous acquisitions, and the eventual sale to Thoma Bravo in 2021.
After seeing SEG’s M&A advisors guide her own leadership team through successful deals, she is driven by a desire to help other software founders achieve their goals.
Tiffany served as a marketing consultant to several other technology companies, leading them through branding and website projects, technology implementations and the development and execution of marketing strategies that drove measurable business results.
As CMO of SEG, she will focus on raising brand awareness and empowering software CEOs with the right data and research to maximize valuation and execute a successful liquidity event.
Read her blogs on how to build your SaaS marketing function for early growth and sustainable growth.
“The sale of iOFFICE allowed its founders to do great things for their communities, including serving on the board of an orphanage and mentoring youth,” she said. “I want to help other software founders be a beacon of hope in their communities.”
She lives in Houston with her husband and three boys. A longtime baseball mom and devoted Astros fan, she is on a quest to one day visit every professional baseball stadium in the US.
Career Highlights
- Generated more than 25,000 leads to drive $116 million in pipeline annually for iOFFICE
- Developing a new brand, website and strategy for iOFFICE following the acquisition of several companies
Education
Samford University, B.A., Communications

Paul Lachance, Chief Industry Strategist, Technologist, and Evangelist
“All of us at SEG are fortunate. We get to continuously learn about exciting new businesses and markets, drive premier outcomes for our clients, and develop lasting relationships with clients, buyers and other industry-leaders.”
Allen lends his profound understanding of software industry trends, markets and transactions to negotiate the sale of software companies with premier outcomes. He oversees SEG’s business strategy, builds key relationships within the software community, leads client transactions from commencement to closing, and manages business development. While he enjoys all aspects of his role as SEG’s Managing Partner, Allen’s primary focus is negotiating the best possible outcome for SEG’s clients.
Outside of work, Allen enjoys family time, especially when it involves surfing, skiing, and riding dirt bikes with his kids.

Diamond Innabi, Principal
“At SEG, we work together as a team, always pushing one another to improve. We are all constantly striving to utilize our combined decades of knowledge and expertise to exceed our clients’ expectations.”
Diamond manages all aspects of client engagements and transactions. A rare talent combining intellectual curiosity, a get-it-done attitude, and client empathy, Diamond’s contributions to SEG are many. Her prowess, tenacity, and results-oriented mindset have been emulated through her work and successful client outcomes.
Diamond’s deal contributions include: SightPlan Acquisition by SmartRent, AutoMon Acquisition by Government Brands, Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) Acquisition by Dude Solutions, OmniUpdate Merger with Destiny Solutions, MoxiWorks Investment from Vector Capital, MACH Energy Acquisition by iES, iOFFICE Acquisition by Waud Capital, TeamSupport Investment from Level Equity, StreamSend Acquisition by j2 Global, Tenmast Software Acquisition by MRI, Datalliance Acquisition by TrueCommerce, HomeTrak Acquisition by ClearCare, and iLab Solutions Acquisition by Agilent Technologies.
Diamond is involved in student enrichment programs with local universities, passionate about women’s empowerment causes, enjoys exploring new cuisines and experiences through travel, and is a certified yoga instructor.
Career Highlights
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Joining SEG in 2014, Diamond’s M&A deal experience is beyond her years.
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Leading successful sales of SightPlan to SmartRent, AutoMon to Government Brands, Energy Profiles Limited to Dude Solutions, OmniUpdate to Destiny Solutions, MoxiWorks to Vector Capital, MACH Energy to iES, iOFFICE to Waud Capital, TeamSupport’s investment from Level Equity, StreamSend to j2 Global, Tenmast Software to MRI, Datalliance to TrueCommerce, HomeTrak to ClearCare, and iLab Solutions to Agilent Technologies.
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Recruiting and overseeing the development of a super star team of analysts.
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Actively contributing as a representative of the University of San Diego’s Economics Advisory Board.
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Being invited to participate in multiple speaking events to foster career enrichment at local universities.
Education
- University of San Diego, B.A., Economics
- Minor in Accounting
- Dean’s List and Presidential Scholar
Austin Hammer, Principal
A people person, Austin thrives in all aspects of the client lifecycle, from developing relationships with exciting software companies to advising SEG’s clients through successful transactions. Austin’s emotional intelligence, analytical approach to problem-solving, and passion for working with entrepreneurs have translated to strong results in his time with SEG.
Austin’s deal contributions include: Blue Mountain Quality Resources Investment from Accel-KKR, EnergyCAP Investment from Resurgens Technology Partners, MyVR Acquisition by Guesty, ProLease Acquisition by MRI, Multifamily Insurance Partners Acquisition by MRI, OmniUpdate Merger with Destiny Solutions (now Modern Campus), and MoxiWorks Investment from Vector Capital.
Austin enjoys sports analytics, martial arts, and spending time at the beach. A foodie and seafood lover, he can usually be found with a cut of fresh fish and a half dozen oysters on the weekend.
Career Highlights
- Joining SEG in 2018, Austin has experience working with all aspects of the firm’s operations from business development to deal execution.
- Completing transactions in a variety of verticals including life sciences manufacturing, commercial real estate, short-term rentals, energy management, multifamily real estate, and education.
- Leading successful sales of Blue Mountain Quality Resources to Accel-KKR, MyVR to Guesty, ProLease to MRI, Multifamily Insurance Partners to MRI, OmniUpdate Merger with Destiny Solutions (now Modern Campus), and MoxiWorks Investment from Vector Capital.
- Graduating from the University of San Diego with high honors with a double major in Finance and Economics.
Education
- University of San Diego, B.B.A, Economics & Finance
- Magna Cum Laude
- Dean’s List

Daniel Bowen, Vice President
Daniel brings a wealth of buy-side M&A experience within the software industry, having managed 30+ strategic acquisitions and integrations during his decade-long tenure for one of the most acquisitive SaaS buyers, RealPage. These acquisitions added to RealPage’s ecosystem of products, including solutions for marketing, screening, insurance, payments, operations, ERP, maintenance, accounting, revenue management, and BPO.
Further, Daniel has significant operational experience running software companies at the executive level and a deep understanding of corporate development, having worked with c-suite and operations individuals to execute on strategic priorities. His unique strategic buyer perspective further strengthens our ability to optimize strategic outcomes and unlock value for our clients.
Daniel resides in Dallas with his wife (high school sweetheart), four kids, two dogs, and one cat. In his “free time,” he spends time with his family biking, hiking, or snowboarding. In his “me time,” you’ll find him working on one of his vintage Toyota Land Cruisers or riding one of his bikes.
“While on the buy-side, I worked across the table from dozens of advisors, reviewed hundreds of CIMs, and sat in more management meetings than I could count. Through all of this, I always saw SEG continually provide the best service and advice to its clients, and I’m honored to now be a part of the team.”
Career Highlights
- Managed 30+ strategic acquisitions and integrations during his decade-long tenure for one of the most acquisitive SaaS buyers, RealPage.
- Running software companies at the executive level and working with c-suite and operations individuals to execute on strategic priorities.
- Authored the strategy behind and managed the acquisitions of four companies to create an entirely new software offering in a new vertical for RealPage.
Education
- Loyola Marymount University B.B.A.
- – Finance
- – Entrepreneurship
- – Honors

Audrey Cole, Chief Happiness Officer & Director of Operations
“SEG’s 25+ years of success are a direct result of the firm’s team-oriented culture. Titles are irrelevant here. We work cooperatively toward the same goals and everyone’s ideas are valued equally.”
Audrey applies nearly 30 years of experience in financial services office management, systems analysis and executive support to ensure SEG’s operations run smoothly. Her responsibilities span client service, proposal preparation, contract administration, invoicing, accounts receivable / payable, payroll, budgeting, database management and administrative support.
Outside of SEG, Audrey is an active volunteer in support of military associations, Habitat for Humanity and animal rescue.
Career Highlights
- Helping to create a computer language that facilitated electronic communications between banks, investment managers and brokers located worldwide, greatly reducing transaction-related errors and omissions. The program is still in-use, 20 years later.
- Joining SEG. After working at three of the largest Investment Management corporations for many years, it is a blessing to work at SEG. We are a single team and every person’s input is listened to, and valued equally, resulting in great outcomes for clients and an enjoyable place to work.
Education
- University of La Verne, A.A., Accounting
- Cum Laude
- University of La Verne, B.A., Business Management
- Minor in Finance
- Cum Laude

Lamson Vu, Associate
“Every day at SEG is an exciting experience delving into unique software companies in an ever-evolving industry. It is a special opportunity to be able to learn from driven, bright individuals at SEG daily while ultimately working towards assisting our remarkable clients on achieving their goals.”
Lamson is involved in client development and deal execution at SEG. He identifies and monitors potential clients, conducts industry and financial market research, develops financial and valuation models, and provides additional support on deal execution. He applies his passion, natural curiosity, and strong attention to detail to help clients identify new insights into their software business. Prior to joining SEG, Lamson was an Assurance Senior Associate at Ernst & Young.
Lamson’s deal contributions include: BuildingLink Investment from Bregal Sagemount, FullCount Acquisition by 365 Retail Markets, Kaleida Systems Acquisition by Fullsteam, V-Technologies Acquisition by Aptean, Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) Acquisition by Dude Solutions, and EnergyCAP Investment from Resurgens Technology Partners.
Outside of work, Lamson enjoys playing tennis and basketball, reading comic books, and trying all the burritos San Diego has to offer.
Career Highlights
- Contributing to the successful sales of FullCount to 365 Retail Markets, BuildingLink investment from Bregal Sagemount, Kaleida Systems to Fullsteam, V-Technologies to Aptean, Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) to Dude Solutions, and EnergyCAP investment from Resurgens Technology Partners.
- Obtaining a Certified Public Accountant license in California.
- Leading multiple financial statement audit teams for both public and private clients in the biotechnology, real estate, and medical devices sectors at Ernst & Young.
- Designing new analytics testing approach over leasing revenue stream for Fortune 250 client, which led to a reduction of ~80 audit hours compared to the prior year.
- Training and coaching new and existing employees on audit procedures and client communications.
- Graduating from the University of San Diego with a double major in Finance and Accountancy.
Education
- University of San Diego
- – Double major in Finance and Accountancy

Noah Dickinson, Associate
“SEG brings a unique and energized approach to M&A advisory, which all starts with our bright team members and the incredible businesses our clients have built. I am thankful for the opportunity to work alongside these founders to help them achieve their goals, and watch their businesses continue to grow post-transaction.”
Noah is involved in client development and deal execution at SEG. He identifies and monitors potential clients, conducts industry and financial market research, develops financial and valuation models, and provides additional support on deal execution. His knack for critical thinking, persistent work ethic, and commitment to personal relationships helps him drive successful client outcomes.
Noah’s deal contributions include: SightPlan Acquisition by SmartRent, AutoMon Acquisition by Government Brands, Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) Acquisition by Dude Solutions.
Noah is an avid college football fan, loves listening to everything from classic rock to reggae, and is always trying new foods in the kitchen. In his free time, he enjoys exploring San Diego’s outdoors, from the beach to the golf course.
Career Highlights
- Supported successful sales of SightPlan to SmartRent, AutoMon to Government Brands, and Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) to Dude Solutions.
- Delivered a data analytics presentation to management at Tesla, geared at optimizing their sales efficiency, during his undergraduate time at USD.
Education
- University of San Diego
- – B.B.A in Finance
- – Magna cum laude
- University of San Diego
- – B.A in Economics
- – Magna cum laude

Seamus McConville, Associate
“Every day at SEG is an opportunity to learn from a diverse group of experienced professionals and collaborate as a team to provide the best M&A advisory services to clients throughout all sectors of the software industry.”
At SEG, Seamus focuses on delivering value throughout all aspects of the deal. He enjoys collaborating with founders, operators, and his fellow SEG team members to best position client businesses and drive value in the marketplace. Prior to joining SEG, Seamus spent three years providing accounting consulting expertise to public and private companies in Southern California as an Assurance Senior Associate at EY.
Seamus enjoys traveling with friends, reading, and exploring the outdoors. He values giving back to his community and currently serves as the Treasurer on the Board of Directors for a local non-profit organization.
Career Highlights
- Achieving his CPA Licensure in the State of California, passing all exams on first attempt.
- Leading multiple financial statement audits for public and private companies in the medical devices and biotechnology industries at Ernst & Young.
- Providing accounting consulting services for a major private company in the sports retail space, ensuring the client met accounting and reporting requirements to pursue a capital markets transaction.
- Graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a double major in Accountancy and English.
Education
- University of Notre Dame
- – B.B.A Accountancy, cum laude
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Molly Evans, Director of Marketing
“Each one of us at SEG brings a different piece to the table, resulting in a well-rounded, collaborative, and focused environment to drive success for our clients.”
Molly is solely responsible for the core marketing functions at SEG. She manages all aspects of the company’s marketing strategy including brand reputation, content strategy, inbound and outbound marketing, and lead generation. She co-authors SEG’s acclaimed research reports, which are read by tens of thousands of individuals worldwide and have been featured on multiple major publications.
Outside of work, Molly enjoys camping, hiking the many trails in San Diego County, and exploring local craft breweries.
Career Highlights
- Publishing industry research reports featured on multiple major publications including TechCrunch, The Financial Times, and MarketWatch.
- Creating a marketing strategy that has contributed to the company’s growth in brand recognition, social outreach, and website visits.
- Joining the SEG team and seeing the result of years of educational hard work immediately adding value in a professional environment.
Education
- University of San Diego, B.A.
- – Economics
- – Minor in Business Administration

Brandon Chung, Senior Analyst
“SEG is a team of bright individuals who each bring unique and diverse perspectives. Every day poses new opportunities to learn. I feel very fortunate to develop relationships in the software industry and play a role in the stories of these intelligent and innovative companies.”
Brandon is involved in client development and deal execution at SEG. He identifies and monitors potential clients, conducts industry and financial market research, develops financial and valuation models, and provides additional support on deal execution. Brandon values developing close client relationships and works to foster a positive environment and, ultimately, smooth client engagements. Prior to joining SEG, Brandon was an Assurance Senior Associate at Ernst & Young.
Brandon’s deal contributions include: Produce Pro Software’s Acquisition by Aptean, Augusoft’s Acquisition by Modern Campus, Widen’s Acquisition by Acquia, College Pads’ Investment, and Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) Acquisition by Dude Solutions.
Brandon enjoys basketball (Lakers Nation!), traveling, eating, fishing, and partaking in various other outdoor activities. On the weekends, he may be found on a golf course enjoying the sport and weather.
Career Highlights
- Joining the SEG team and immediately adding value to the deal execution team.
- Contributing to the successful sales of Produce Pro Software to Aptean, Augusoft to Modern Campus, Widen to Acquia, College Pads' Investment, and Energy Profiles Limited (EPL) to Dude Solutions.
- Providing financial statement audits for public and private clients in the medical devices, biotechnology, software, and sports & entertainment industries at Ernst & Young.
- Executing an IPO audit of a San Diego-based, pre-revenue biotechnology company and tested accounts including fixed assets, prepaids, clinical trial accruals, equity, and liability accounts.
- Training and coaching new and existing employees on audit procedures and client communications.
- Graduating from the University of San Diego with a double major in Finance and Accountancy.
Education
- University of San Diego, Bachelor of Accountancy
- University of San Diego, B.B.A in Finance

Kearstin Cole, Office Assistant
“I have been familiar with Software Equity Group for several years, and it has been amazing to see how much the company has grown in such a short amount of time. I am happy to be a part of the team.”
Kearstin provides key support to the SEG team and assists in office management, database management, team functions, and administrative support. She is currently studying Childhood and Adolescent Development at California State University, San Marcos.
Outside of work, Kearstin enjoys long-distance running and photography.
Career Highlights
- Joining the SEG team as an intern during the Freshman year of her college career.
- Achieving Dean’s List in her first semester of Freshman year at California State University, San Marcos.
M&A Transactions
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