Hope Capital Advisors is a veteran owned family business. We started as a valuation, fractional CFO, and due diligence firm. Based on the growing demand from our clients looking to either raise rounds of funding or be purchased we have developed a network of over 25 sophisticated buyers as well as debt and equity financiers (VCs, PE, Family Offices, Banks, and more). Specializing in raising capital, deal origination, M&A, and Valuation we have combined our financial capabilities combined with our state of the art marketing system helps companies achieve their goals in either raising their next rounds of funding, finding a debt lender, or finding the right buyer for you.
Managing Partner
Sean Parrish, a founder and Managing Director of Hope Capital Advisors. Has extensive experience in valuation, due diligence, and value growth advisory. Sean has advised on $200 million of transactions. Sean’s financial expertise combined with his marketing skill set and an extensive network of Debt Financiers, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Family Officers. These skill sets and network combined to separate Hope Capital Advisors from other lower middle market dealmaker, growth advisory, due diligence, and valuation firms. Before founding Hope Capital Advisors, Sean served six years in the United State Marine Corps and attended Northeastern University.
Partner
John Raymond is the Principal at Hope Capital Advisor. John brings over 40 years advising on $2.5 billion of transactions. John’s vast knowledge of finance and accounting help clients understand any complex financial situation as well guide clients throughout the transaction process. John runs the Due Diligence team at Hope Capital Advisors but also is pulled in to help guide clients on all things finance related throughout the process of any transactions.
Vice President
Andrew Parrish Jr., a founder and partner of Hope Capital Advisors combines his financial expertise and sales experience to help clients meet their business goals. Andrew holds an MBA and runs our sales and marketing team. Andrew guides clients through the process from start to finish assisting them in reaching out to investors, building the assets needed to help clients raise funds, or find a buyer. Andrew also has an extensive network of Private Equity, Venture Capital, banks, and other investors he can bring your deal to. Prior to founding Hope Capital Advisors Andrew served six years in the Marines Corps.
Partner
James Parrish, a founder and Partner at Hope Capital Advisors. Brings to Hope Capital Advisors a background in economics. James couples his background in economics with his network of investors to help perform industry analysis during valuation and due diligence. James also has a marketing background and helps Andrew run the marketing division of Hope Capital Advisors. James holds a bachelor's degree in economics and also served six years in the United State Marine Corps.
Director
Paul Stocker is the Senior Accountant at Hope Capital Advisors. Paul is a CPA and brings over 40 years of experience in corporate and tax accounting to our team. Paul provides advisory services to clients throughout the transaction process. Paul can help guide clients through the tax issues they can run into during business transactions.
Strategic Advisor
Former Head of Strategic Partnerships at Burgiss, Robert is an experienced investment executive with expertise in capital raising, M&A, and strategic growth. Skilled in building global partnerships, executing due diligence, and structuring complex deals, Robert has a proven track record of driving value through innovative solutions and operational excellence, delivering impactful outcomes across the investment lifecycle.
Legal Advisor
Johnathan is leading attorneys in private equity, corporate law, and capital markets. Has provided strategic legal counsel on high-profile transactions involving renowned companies, including SpaceX and McDonald’s, delivering expertise in complex deal structuring and execution.
Strategic Advisor
Drew, a seasoned banking executive with 33+ years of experience, co-founded Revere Bank, serving as Co-President and CEO. He has held leadership roles at Mercantile Potomac Bank and the U.S. Treasury. A graduate of Mount St. Mary’s, he brings strategic insight and financial expertise to Hope Capital Advisors.