Chartwell is pleased to announce Blackstone has successfully completed a minority equity investment in Salas O’Brien, a leading employee-owned engineering and technical services firm.

Marissa Semple

Marissa is a member of Chartwell’s consulting team and is experienced in working with employee-owned companies on a wide range of topics including strategic alternatives, ESOP transactions, executive compensation, and strategies for long-term sustainability. She works with business owners, management teams, and boards of directors to provide a holistic perspective of a company’s financial position and future capital claims.

Professional Involvement

Marissa is an active member of The ESOP Association, where she regularly attends local, regional, and national conferences focused on employee ownership.

Professional Experience

Prior to Chartwell, Marissa was a senior credit analyst at CIBC where she underwrote senior credit facilities for middle-market companies and managed client relationships. Marissa also has experience in ESOP trustee and valuation services.

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