Member Spotlights

Hear from our members and how ACG Detroit has benefitted them.

Meet Bryan Berent, managing partner and co-founder of Blue River! Bryan is a longtime member, who has just recently joined our Board of Directors. Additionally, he serves as chair of our M&A All Star Awards committee. Hear why he's excited for this year's event below.

Meet Antonia Giles! Antonia was recently honored as our first-ever Igniting Inspiration Award winner for demonstrating exceptional leadership potential in the middle market and setting an impressive standard for the next generation of attorneys. Watch to learn more about Antonia, what drew her to our organization and her goals as the new chair of our NextGen committee.

Meet Scott Eisenberg! One of our chapter's longest-running active members, Scott has served in many roles for ACG from former board member to past president and was recognized as our Lifetime Achievement award winner in 2023. Watch to learn more about Scott as he reflects on his experience as a member in celebration of our chapter's 40th anniversary.

Say hello to Joe Alam, managing director at Mid-States Advisors! He values ACG Detroit for its networking opportunities and educational events which have played an important role in his professional growth. As a member of our membership committee, he encourages interested dealmakers to attend events and get connected with member to get a taste of what our organization has to offer.

 Meet Kathy Kasperek! Part of our Women's Forum and Membership Committee, Kathy has built many personal and business relationships over the years leading to added success in her role at Wells Fargo.

 ACG Detroit Board Member Christopher Barrett, Senior Vice President/Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, tells us about his role on the board and what drew him to ACG Detroit.

Meet Margaret Amsden, ACG Detroit's treasurer! A longtime member and board member, Margaret has played a critical role in driving the growth of our chapter. While we are sad to see her retire from the board this year, we know she will continue to be a great advocate for our organization.

ACG Detroit Board Member and former NextGen Chair Josh Reder, director of valuation advisory at Stout, talks about his role on the board. Learn more about our NextGen network at acg.org/detroit/networks/nextgen.