Our Leaders > Alex Shahidi

Alex Shahidi

Transaction Services Leader

As a senior managing director and transaction services leader, Alex is responsible for managing the transaction services practice nationally and delivering the breadth of Riveron’s capabilities to clients throughout the transaction lifecycle.

What attracted me to Riveron are the incredibly talented professionals, collaborative culture, and focus on solving complex client issues.
Mentor. Problem Solver. Avid Cyclist.

Background

Alex Shahidi has over 25 years of experience in leadership roles and managing and delivering transaction and other services.

In his previous role at Ernst & Young, as managing partner for the US East region, his responsibilities included setting and executing strategy around growth and business development, talent, compensation, promotions, and innovation. Prior to joining Ernst & Young, Alex was a CFO and in corporate development at various private companies, in corporate finance at a Big Four firm, and an economist at an economics consulting firm.

Education and Certifications

  • Master of Business Administration, Columbia University​ Business School
  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Colgate University​
  • Executive program in venture capital and private equity, Harvard Business School
  • Journey to Boardroom certification, Harvard Business Publishing
  • Certified Public Accountant