Year founded
1935
Country of origin
United States
HQ country
United States
Total deal value
Average deal value
Company industry
- Banking
M&A expertise
- M&A Advisory
Industry expertise
- Business Services
William Blair is a global investment banking and asset management firm. We are committed to building enduring relationships with our clients and providing expertise and solutions to meet their evolving needs. An independent and employee-owned firm, William Blair is based in Chicago, with offices in 15 cities worldwide.
Founded in 1935 by William McCormick Blair
Independent and employee-owned
Almost 1,400 employees
More than $84 billion in client assets (as of March 31, 2017)
Investment Banking transactions have covered more than 35 countries, 760 companies, and $250 billion in value since January 2012*
Research coverage comprises over 630 companies*
Market maker for more than 1,800 listed stocks and 550 preferred stocks*
No third-party debt on our balance sheet; equity comes from capital investment by our partners
Memberships: Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)*, Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC)*, National Futures Association (NFA)**
