Patrick Walsh CEO

Patrick Walsh CEO, stands as the Founder and Chief Executive of PW Partners, a distinguished value-oriented investment firm. With an illustrious track record in both investment management and consumer industries, he is celebrated as a seasoned CEO and adept operator, possessing a versatile skill set encompassing Corporate Strategy, Capital Allocation, Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Hedge Funds, Investment Banking, and Equities. His remarkable achievements have garnered recognition in prestigious publications such as Barron's, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, The New York Times, Restaurant News, and the Los Angeles Times.

His journey began in San Diego, California, where he was born to a father who proudly served as a Naval Officer and a mother devoted to the noble profession of teaching. At age two, his family returned to their New England roots, settling in the vibrant city of Boston, Massachusetts, where his upbringing unfolded.

Patrick embarked on his educational path at Wesleyan University, where he delved into the intricacies of Economics. Simultaneously, he showcased his athletic talents as a two-sport athlete, excelling in Football and Baseball. However, life threw him a curveball with a career-altering back injury, prompting his transfer to Boston College, where he emerged with Honors and a degree in Accountancy.

Following his graduation, he attained a significant milestone by earning the esteemed Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, a testament to his unwavering dedication and intellectual prowess, demonstrated by successfully conquering all three exam levels on his initial attempt. Eager to enrich his investment knowledge further, he sought advanced education under the guidance of the esteemed Professor Greenwald at Columbia University's Executive Value Investing Program.