Foundations of M&A for RPO Businesses

Jake's investment banking coverage is focused on human capital management services and technology as well as outsourced business services.

Previously, Jake spent more than 13 years with the M&A investment banking practice of Kroll (fka Duff & Phelps), most recently serving as Managing Director and a leader of the firm's Business Services M&A practice. At Kroll, Jake was responsible for sourcing and executing sale and recapitalization transactions across diverse business services sectors, including human capital management, digital media and marketing, education and training, engineering services, and specialty professional services. Over the course of his investment banking career, Jake has advised middle market services and technology businesses on closed M&A transactions accumulating billions of dollars in enterprise value.

Jake earned his M.S. in Finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and his B.S. in Finance from Webster University.

Joe Marino is the Chief Growth Officer of Hueman People Solutions and oversees the company's Talent Consulting Practice, Business Development, and Brand Marketing and leads many of its strategic partnerships. He has a firm commitment to driving Hueman’s culture, known as ‘A Culture-by-Design.’ Joe has over 25 years of experience in recruiting and talent consulting and regularly presents at national and regional conferences. Joe is also an active participant in national and local charities and enjoys spending time with his family, participating in outdoor activities, and traveling.

Matt Corbett has over three decades of refined expertise in talent acquisition, spanning technology consulting, executive search, and Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) He stands as the President and co-founder of of the Embedded Recruiting division of ZRG Partners, LLC.

Matt’s professional narrative is deeply intertwined with his passion for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and the transformative power of technology. He is an ardent advocate for leveraging the unique insights and perspectives that diversity brings to the table, ensuring they are recognized and celebrated across various sectors. Matt’s expertise and enthusiasm extend beyond just advocating for DEIB; he is also vocal about the ethical and responsible use of technology to enhance human lives, standing at the forefront of championing technology as a force for good and understanding the impact of AI on labor markets.

Outside the corporate arena, Matt’s life in Boston, MA, is rich with personal endeavors and commitments. Alongside his wife, two daughters, and their growing menagerie—thanks to his wife’s dedication to animal rescue—Matt dedicates time to mentoring through The Honor Foundation and Hack.Diversity, embodying his belief in giving back and fostering the next generation of leaders.