
John Albrighton
Director
Chicago Financial Sponsors Coverage jalbrighton@lincolninternational.com +1 (312) 506-2702My approach to problem solving is to listen first, collectively identify objectives and challenges and collaborate to ultimately deliver value and achieve successful outcomes.
John leverages over 20 years of experience advising law firms and financial services organizations on strategic growth, client development and transaction support.
Working in law firms for over a decade has afforded John a unique perspective on the internal operations and needs of law firms that deliver successful transactions and client outcomes.
Before joining Lincoln, John was the director of marketing and business development for Neal Gerber Eisenberg, a Chicago-based law firm. He collaborated with firm leadership to develop and execute go-to-market strategies focused on revenue growth through client retention, expansion and new business acquisition. Earlier in his career, he held marketing and business development leadership roles at Sidley, Jenner & Block, Duff & Phelps and LaSalle Bank.
Before beginning his corporate career, John served as a commissioned officer in the United States Navy, where he developed the leadership and operational expertise that continue to inform his professional approach.
John earned a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management with a concentration in marketing, management & organizations and media management. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame.
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