NEW HAVEN, Conn., July 30, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Woodbridge International, a leading middle-market global mergers and acquisition firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoffrey Ling as a Director of Sell-side M&A. He will report to Andrew J. Buchholtz, Partner and Head of Investment Banking.

Geoff will be responsible for assisting clients in managing prospective buyers of their businesses and bringing transactions to an organized, efficient and timely closing.

“Geoff brings a well-rounded background with a high-level of expertise and professionalism to this role,” said Andy Buchholtz. “His exceptional talents in mergers & acquisitions, financial modeling, business analysis, client management and corporate development have made him the right fit.”

Prior to joining Woodbridge Geoff spent 19 years in corporate development roles and M&A representing buyers and sellers. His industry experience spans many industries including industrial products, aerospace and defense, distribution, energy, life sciences and software. Geoff holds an MBA from the University of Chicago and a Master of Engineering degree from the University of Leeds.

Woodbridge International’s ground-breaking approach to marketing a company globally has transformed the way the sell-side M&A industry does business.