Brett Baker

CFO & COO

Brett oversees the firm’s finances and overall operations, including search execution. Prior to joining ECA, he spent nearly a decade at EY, starting his career in their audit practice and then joining the M&A advisory group (now EY-Parthenon). Brett’s M&A advisory work focused on pre-deal diligence, value creation, post-merger integration, and carve-out execution. Brett’s industry experience includes healthcare, technology, and real estate / construction engineering.

Brett attended Michigan State University where he obtained a B.A. in Finance and a Master’s in Accounting. He is also a licensed CPA. Outside of work, Brett enjoys rooting for his beloved Spartans, cooking, and spending time with his wife and three daughters.