Buzz Black

Deep software and cybersecurity M&A expertise — track record advising on large, high-profile transactions (including roles on deals such as the Blackstone/Vista Smartsheet acquisition and KKR’s acquisition of Instructure). Known for pairing first-principles strategic thinking with relentless execution to win competitive, high-stakes processes. axompartners+2

Senior investment-banking background across tier‑one firms — progressed through technology coverage roles at BofA Securities and Evercore before becoming a senior member of Morgan Stanley’s Software team and then joining AXOM as a Partner to build out its enterprise software and AI advisory capabilities. axompartners+1

Trusted advisor and relationship-driven operator — AXOM describes Buzz as a strategist who builds long-term relationships across technology buyers, founders, and private equity, and as someone who leads creative, value-maximizing sale and financing processes. axompartners+1