As we look ahead to an exciting new year, I am thrilled to announce two well-deserved promotions, highlighting Akoya’s continued growth and dedication to fostering talent.
Matt Winkeljohn has been promoted to Vice President. Matt joined Akoya in 2022 as a Senior Associate on our investment team and is deeply involved in financial analysis, due diligence, research, and providing strategic support to our management teams. His leadership and expertise have been integral to our success, and in his new role, he will take on expanded responsibilities, driving greater impact for our investments.
Ben Schrimpf has been promoted to Senior Associate. Since joining Akoya in 2022 as a Senior Analyst on our investment team, Ben has been instrumental in transaction evaluation and execution, financial modeling and valuation, due diligence, industry research, and providing support to our portfolio companies. His analytical skills and dedication have been key to our success, and we look forward to his continued growth in this role.
These promotions not only reflect the incredible talent within our team, but also underscore Akoya’s unwavering commitment to nurturing leadership and fostering a people-first culture. As we enter 2025, please join me in congratulating Matt and Ben on their well-earned promotions, and a successful year ahead.