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Paxton Earl, Analyst

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Selling a software business is an incredibly strategic, nuanced, and dynamic experience throughout every phase of the M&A process. Every business and situation is so unique, and that’s what makes the work at SEG so interesting and valuable.”

Paxton Earl, Software Equity Group
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M&A Experience

Before joining SEG, Paxton was an Investment Banking Analyst at Jefferies in Houston, Texas where he focused on M&A within the Energy sector, specifically Upstream and Midstream Infrastructure Oil & Gas transactions.

Prior to that, he was a Growth Equity Associate at UGF, analyzing software and technology investments. His experience across investment banking and growth equity has equipped him with strong financial modeling and valuation expertise, allowing him to analyze deals and help drive successful outcomes for SEG’s clients.

At SEG, Paxton has managed and contributed to many successful deals, including:

e-Courier’s acquisition by CXT Software, backed by Ionic Partners, combines two last-mile leaders to form the industry’s largest TMS platform and accelerate AI-driven innovation in autonomous logistics.

Rentsync’s growth investment from Silversmith Capital Partners, supporting the leading Canadian rental housing software and data provider as it accelerates technology innovation and expands its team to build a comprehensive platform for owners, managers, and renters.

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Specialty Areas

Paxton brings strengths in M&A, financial analysis, and transaction execution. His experience at Jefferies provided a strong foundation in deal analysis, while his time at UGF enhanced his ability to evaluate growth opportunities in the software and technology sectors. Paxton applies these skills to support SEG’s clients with insightful analysis and strategic execution.

About

Born in Utah, Paxton has a love for snowboarding and fresh powder on the slopes. When he’s not snowboarding, Paxton also enjoys grilling for friends, earning him the nickname ‘Grill Master.’

Education

  • University of San Diego, B.B.A., Finance & Real Estate
    • Summa Cum Laude
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