Mike Buzzard, AAP, has been named a managing partner of Schwartz Advisors (SA), effective Nov. 1. Buzzard joined SA in April 2022, and since that time, he has helped expand SA’s sell-side practice, including leading the merger of Headlights Depot with Original One Parts, the company said.
Buzzard has also been involved in growth strategy initiatives for SA clients, as well as buy-side advisory work.
“Mike really hit the ground running when he joined SA 18 months ago,” said Schwartz Advisors’ CEO and Managing Partner Rick Schwartz. “His industry knowledge, creativity and business relationships have been a key part of the exciting things that are happening at SA this year. His leadership within the organization has been evident from the start, and we’re proud to have him become a managing partner.”
Schwartz Advisors’ team of automotive and transportation industry executives and industry leaders provides M&A advisory services, growth planning and strategic analysis to middle-market light-vehicle and commercial truck aftermarket companies and investors, the company said.
