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John Maguire Joins Academy Securities as Managing Director, M&A
Veteran investment banker brings extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions to the firm.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 12:10pm
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Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer and certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), announced that John Maguire has joined the firm as a Managing Director in the Mergers & Acquisitions group. Maguire is a seasoned investment banker with over 20 years of experience advising clients on complex M&A transactions.
Why it matters
Maguire's appointment underscores Academy Securities' commitment to expanding its M&A advisory capabilities and leveraging the firm's unique DVBE status to serve a diverse client base. His deep industry expertise is expected to bolster Academy's position in the highly competitive investment banking landscape.
The details
In his new role, Maguire will be responsible for originating, structuring, and executing M&A deals across a range of sectors. Prior to joining Academy, he held senior positions at several prominent investment banks, where he advised public and private companies on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
- John Maguire joined Academy Securities on April 1, 2026.
The players
John Maguire
A veteran investment banker with over 20 years of experience advising clients on complex M&A transactions. He has joined Academy Securities as a Managing Director in the Mergers & Acquisitions group.
Academy Securities
A registered broker-dealer and certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) that provides investment banking and other financial services.
What they’re saying
“We are thrilled to welcome John to the Academy Securities team. His deep expertise in M&A will be invaluable as we continue to expand our capabilities and serve an increasingly diverse client base.”
— Chance Mims, CEO, Academy Securities
What’s next
Academy Securities plans to leverage Maguire's experience to pursue new M&A opportunities and further strengthen its position in the investment banking industry.
The takeaway
The addition of an experienced M&A professional like John Maguire to Academy Securities' leadership team signals the firm's commitment to growth and its ability to attract top talent in the investment banking sector.





