Matthew Denegre

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About Matthew Denegre

Matthew Denegre is a Director at Baymark Partners, a private equity firm based in Dallas, TX, that invests in well-managed, entrepreneurial, middle-market businesses. At Baymark, Matthew plays a pivotal role in leading transaction due diligence and financial analysis for mergers, acquisitions, and other critical investments. His ability to interpret financial statements, assess risk, and deliver clear insights has made him an essential contributor to Baymark’s success, supporting sound investment decisions across a wide range of industries. With a strong foundation in financial modeling and strategic evaluation, Matthew is recognized for his expertise in identifying red flags and assessing the long-term viability of potential portfolio companies. His responsibilities span deal origination, due diligence, and portfolio management, where he evaluates business models, leadership teams, and operating performance to ensure alignment with investment goals. Matthew also serves on the board of several Baymark portfolio companies, contributing to their strategic growth and operational improvements. Matthew began his professional journey as a young entrepreneur, founding a contracting company while earning his B.S. in Business Administration from Eastern Connecticut State University. After gaining experience in business development and operations, he earned his MBA from Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business in 2012. He later held roles at Transition Capital Partners and Baker Tilly US, where he served as a Senior Associate in Transaction Advisory Services, working on more than 30 M&A transactions ranging from $1 million to $250 million. At Baymark, Matthew has been instrumental in the acquisition of over 30 privately held businesses. His experience spans the healthcare, manufacturing, business services, and IT sectors. His ability to synthesize financial data, perform detailed modeling, and guide companies through transitions has positioned him as a trusted advisor to both internal teams and external stakeholders. Matthew also maintains a strong interest in entrepreneurship and serves on the board of several growing companies, including Denver Glass Interiors, Rackmount Solutions, and The Perfume Spot. His ongoing contributions support scalable growth and operational efficiency in middle-market businesses.