Kevin Barr, CFA
Director
Bio
Kevin Barr joined the Company in June 2010 and is a Director of Phoenix IB® with 10+ years of experience.
Mr. Barr provides hands-on transactional leadership for companies that are in need of capital, financial restructuring, and M&A assistance. He advises middle market companies on a wide range of transactions in and out of bankruptcy including mergers and acquisitions, plans of reorganization, financial restructurings as well as private placement for senior and subordinated debt.
He has advised in a broad range of industries including not-for-profit and public sector, oil and gas, manufacturing, consumer products, technology, and healthcare. In addition to his transactional leadership, Mr. Barr has held interim management positions and served in advisory roles in a wide range of corporate environments including public, private, equity-sponsored, and family-owned. In addition, he has extensive experience in the areas of operational improvements, financial forecasting, cash management, and liquidation and business wind down allows him to craft and provide tailored solutions for Phoenix clients.
Life Before Phoenix
Prior to joining Phoenix IB, Mr. Barr was an investment Analyst for a family office. As an Investment Analyst, his responsibilities included portfolio management, investment research, and performance reporting. Mr. Barr began his professional career at JB Investments Fund, LP, a hedge fund focused on distressed investing opportunities.
Education & Affiliations
Mr. Barr earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics, with a concentration in Finance, from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. He is an active member of the Turnaround Management Association (TMA) and Association for Corporate Growth (ACG). Mr. Barr holds a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation from the CFA Institute and is registered with FINRA and holds his Series 79 license.
Featured Transactions
Financial Advisor, Contract Manufacturer of Aerosol Cans: Completed a $21.5 million refinancing of the Company’s senior and term debt and established a new capex facility.
Financial Advisor, Consulting and Staffing Services for Oil & Gas Industry: Completed a $130 million debt to equity restructuring and establishing a new $20 million revolving credit facility.
Financial Advisor, Contract Manufacturer of Cosmetic Products: Completed a $5.75 million refinancing of the Company’s senior debt and term debt.
Financial Advisor, Manufacturer of Copper Wire and Cables: Completed a $33.6 million refinancing of the Company’s senior debt and term debt and established a new capex facility.
Financial Advisor, Manufacturer and Compounder of Plastics: Completed a $49 million refinancing of the Company’s senior debt and term debt, establishing a new capex facility.
Financial Advisor, Sweet Potato Farmer and Distributer: Established a new $8 million revolving credit facility for the Company.
