
Zavier Garcia
About
Zavier Garcia is a senior associate at Coker. He brings a strong foundation in investment banking and advisory to Coker’s M&A team, with experience spanning sell-side, buy-side, and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) transactions. He has supported and closed multiple middle-market deals, working directly with business owners and executives to navigate the complexities of the M&A process. Through this work, Zavier has gained deep insight into the challenges founders face and the strategies that drive successful outcomes. He approaches every engagement with analytical rigor, a client-focused mindset, and a commitment to delivering results aligned with client goals.
Zavier is also an author of industry thought leadership, including a feature in M&A Source’s The Bridge 2024 on sustainability and M&A, where he discussed how ESG integration can create long-term value. His career highlights include closing multiple middle-market sell-side transactions and leading lean deal teams to successful outcomes. His expertise in financial analysis, client engagement, and content-driven thought leadership reflects his dedication to advancing the M&A advisory field and delivering meaningful value to clients.
Experience
- Supported and led middle-market M&A engagements across healthcare and related industries.
- Managed deal execution from initial prospecting through closing, including negotiations and transaction documentation.
- Developed financial models, marketing materials, and analyses to support transaction and advisory outcomes.
- Partnered with senior leadership and client executives to advance strategic advisory initiatives.
- Conducted financial and industry analyses to inform client decision-making.
Areas of Expertise
- Mergers & Acquisitions Compliance Services
- Financial Analysis and Modeling
- Transaction Advisory
- Valuation
Education
Florida International University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
Miami, FL
University of Central Florida
Associates degree
Orlando, FL
Certifications
Series 79 (Investment Banking Representative)