Chiron Financial, LLC, a middle-market investment banking firm, today announced two new additions to their team. Timothy Tran and Alex LaPiana have joined the firm as Associates, supporting the efforts of principals Jay Krasoff and Scott Johnson. Both Mr. Tran and Mr. LaPiana will be based in the firm's headquarters in Houston, TX.

Their responsibilities include supporting senior members of the firm, as well as executing private placement and M&A transactions, performing valuations, and conducting industry and company research. They will also act as dedicated points of contact for clients throughout the transaction process.

"We are very pleased to have Timothy and Alex join our team as we continue to grow and build our firm," said Scott Johnson, Managing Director. "Timothy's experience in the oil & gas industry, and his creative problem solving, will be valuable to our clients. In addition, Alex's broad industry experience and dedication to producing results fits well with our company philosophy."

Tran joined the firm in September. Previously, he served as a Supply and Trading Analyst with Chevron and as a Business Consultant with Accenture. In addition to his deep expertise in the oil & gas industry, he has guided clients in the manufacturing, financial services and professional services industries through operational transformations.

 LaPiana was an Underwriter and Business Development Officer with PNC Business Credit prior to joining the firm in early October. As Underwriter, he evaluated middle-market and large cap transactions for family-owned, private equity backed, and public companies. As Business Development Officer, he sourced, structured and assisted closings for clients in a variety of industries and capital structures.
 
Chiron Financial LLC is an investment banking firm that arranges private placements of debt and equity capital as well as mergers, acquisitions and sales for middle-market companies. Chiron raises start-up capital and growth capital, and assist with refinancing, financial restructuring, and other special situations.