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Jonathan Detzel

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Managing Director at Lightning Partners
📍 Winter Park, Florida, United States

Jonathan Detzel is a Managing Director at Lightning Partners, specializing in M&A for high-growth software companies. A Duke University graduate with over 12 years of experience in investment banking and private equity, he provides expert advice on transaction execution, financial analysis, and corporate strategy.

He is an active figure in the Florida technology community, frequently moderating and participating in panel discussions for tech founders, executives, and investors in the Tampa area on topics related to investment and strategic exits.

Across his career, Jonathan has successfully completed over 50 transactions with a total value of approximately $3 billion.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Managing Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Winter Park, Florida, United States
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Tech M&A
Advises high-growth technology companies on achieving superior outcomes in M&A transactions, leveraging his extensive experience in deal execution and due diligence.
SaaS Exit Strategy
He moderates panels and advises SaaS founders on maximizing valuation and strategically planning for investments, profitability, and potential exits.
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Career

Work history

12-2021
Managing Director
Lightning Partners
12-2020 - 12-2021
Director
Lightning Partners
5-2018 - 12-2020
Vice President
Lightning Partners
6-2014 - 5-2018
Vice President
Penta Mezzanine Fund
12-2013 - 5-2014
Senior Associate
Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
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Education
2004 - 2008
BA
Duke University
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Trinity Preparatory School
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