Patrick Walsh Individual bio Patrick Walsh TMPL is the Founder and Chief Executive of a renowned value-oriented investment firm. He stands out as a seasoned CEO and skilled operator with a track record of success in investment management and the consumer industry. His expertise spans Corporate Strategy, Capital Allocation, Corporate Finance, M&A, Hedge Funds, Investment Banking, and Equities. He has been recognized in prestigious publications like Barron's, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, The New York Times, Restaurant News, and the Los Angeles Times for his investment and business achievements.
Early Life and Education Born in San Diego, CA, to a naval officer father and a mother who was a school teacher, he moved to New England at two and was raised in Boston, MA. He attended Wesleyan University, studying Economics and excelling as a dual-sport athlete in Football and Baseball. After a career-ending back injury, he transferred to Boston College, graduating with Honors in Accountancy. Upon graduation, he earned the Chartered Financial Analyst designation (CFA), impressively passing all three exam levels on his first try. He further honed his investment skills by studying under Professor Greenwald at Columbia University's Executive Value Investing Program. Workflow and Achievements His career took off at Prudential Capital Group and Prudential Securities in 1998, specializing in Commercial Real Estate and publicly traded REITs. Patrick Walsh TMPL later became a Vice
President at Deutsche Bank Securities, Inc., focusing on Real Estate, Gaming, Lodging, and Leisure Investment Banking. Before establishing his firm, he was a Partner at a Chicago-based valueoriented Hedge Fund. A Career Spanning Diverse Industries His entrepreneurial spirit led him to engage in various industries beyond Wall Street. He served on the boards of BJ's Restaurants, Del Taco, Famous Dave's of America, and Town Sports International, contributing to their success. His strategic input and business acumen in these roles brought him recognition and awards, including being named one of the 50 most influential people in the restaurant industry by Restaurant News in 2015. Entrepreneur of the Year In 2018, Ernst and Young honored him as Entrepreneur of The Year in New York. His notable contribution to business turnarounds, especially at Town Sports International, is commendable. Faced with potential bankruptcy in 2016, he turned the company around, leading its stock to soar over $14 per share by 2018 from a low of 92 cents, a testament to his leadership and strategic prowess.
Hobbies and Interests Despite a demanding career, he finds time for hobbies. An avid reader, he enjoys literature on various subjects. Patrick Walsh TMPL also indulges in fitness activities, cooking, and traveling, showcasing a well-rounded personality beyond his professional endeavors.
Work Experience
Patrick Walsh TMPL CEO, Fitness Industry
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WORK EXPERIENCE
PW Partners, LLC
Founder, CEO & Managing Partner PW Partners, LLC is an investment management firm focused on long-term value creation for small and mid-cap companies. PW Partners objective is to maximize the potential value of its portfolio companies by positively influencing corporate policies through operations, strategy and capital allocation. PW Partners has a strong history of creating value through enhanced strategic decision making, operational excellence, capital allocation, board involvement and deep sector expertise. PW Partners accolades have been recognized and written about in Forbes Magazine, Barron's, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Deal and Nation's Restaurant News. In addition, Mr. Walsh was named one of the 50 most powerful people in the food service industry by Nation's Restaurant News in 2015. In 2018 Mr. Walsh was named Entrepreneur Of The Year by Ernst & Young.
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August 2012 - Jupiter, Florida, United States
Empire Holdings And Investments, LLC
Chief Executive Officer Empire Holdings and Investments, LLC is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries engaged in a number of businesses and investment activities. Empire's corporate structure provides flexibility to make investments across a broad spectrum of industries in order to create long-term value.
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December 2020 - Jupiter, Florida, United States
BJ's Restaurants, Inc.
Member of the Board of Directors
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June 2014 - February 2022 Huntington Beach, California, United States
Town Sports International
Chairman Of The Board
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April 2015 - September 2019 Jupiter, Florida, United States
Del Taco Restaurants Inc.
Board Member & Lead Director June 2015 - September 2019
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Work Experience
EDUCATION
Columbia Business School
Executive Program, Value Investing Program Studied under the esteemed Bruce Greenwald.Studied under the esteemed Bruce Greenwald.
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2004 Colombia
BS, Accounting 1995 - 1998
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Economics Activities and societies: Football § and Baseball � United States
LANGUAGES
(Native)
AWARDS
Restaurant News In 2015
One of the 50 most powerful people in the restaurant industry Ernst And Young In 2018
Entrepreneur of The Year in New York
SKILLS
Capital Allocation, Corporate Finance, CORPORATE STRATEGY, Investment Banking
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