Maxwell Locke & Ritter is proud to announce five promotions within our Transaction Advisory Services practice, effective July 2026. Andrew Hunsberger, Cody Strynadka, and Evan Morris have each been promoted to Director, and Josh Davis and Wade Hill have each been promoted to Manager.
These promotions reflect the strength, depth, and continued growth of our Transaction Advisory team, which serves private equity investors, strategic buyers, investment banks, and target companies across the software, SaaS, AI, technology-enabled services, and professional services industries.
“Andrew, Cody, Evan, Josh, and Wade have each made a meaningful impact on our clients, our team, and the continued growth of our Transaction Advisory practice,” said Lathrop Smith, Partner. “Their promotions are well deserved, and I am excited to see the ways they will continue to lead, serve, and help our clients approach transactions with confidence.”
Meet Our Newly Promoted Team Members
Andrew Hunsberger, CPA
Director, Transaction Advisory
(512) 275- 2742 | ahunsberger@mlrpc.com
Andrew joined Maxwell Locke & Ritter’s Transaction Advisory Services practice in 2019. Since then, he has led more than 100 buy-side and sell-side engagements for private equity investors and strategic buyers, including platform acquisitions, cross-border transactions, and strategic add-ons.
Andrew has developed deep experience in the SaaS, software, and technology-enabled services industries. He especially enjoys working alongside growth equity investors, venture capitalists, and investment bankers to help deliver thoughtful, actionable insights throughout the deal process.
Evan Morris, CPA
Director, Transaction Advisory
(512) 370-3203 | emorris@mlrpc.com
Evan began his career in KPMG’s Financial Due Diligence practice in 2019 before joining Maxwell Locke & Ritter’s Transaction Advisory Services practice in 2021. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to more than 100 buy-side and sell-side financial due diligence engagements, including platform acquisitions and strategic add-ons.
Evan has extensive experience serving private equity investors, investment bankers, and target companies, with a focus on the software and professional services industries. His technical knowledge and practical approach help clients evaluate transactions with clarity and confidence.
Cody Strynadka, CPA, CFA
Director, Transaction Advisory
(512) 275-2732 | cstrynadka@mlrpc.com
Cody began his career at Maxwell Locke & Ritter in 2019 before spending two years in the private credit industry as a Portfolio Management Associate at Sixth Street. He rejoined ML&R in 2024, bringing a valuable perspective shaped by both buy-side investing and transaction advisory experience.
Cody has led buy-side and sell-side engagements for private equity investors and strategic buyers across platform acquisitions, cross-border transactions, and strategic add-ons. His experience spans SaaS, software, and technology-enabled services, and he works closely with private equity investors, private credit funds, investment banks, and target companies throughout the transaction process.
Josh Davis, CPA
Manager, Transaction Advisory
(512) 275-2733 | jdavis@mlrpc.com
Josh joined Maxwell Locke & Ritter’s Transaction Advisory Services practice in 2022. Since then, he has led more than 75 buy-side and sell-side engagements for private equity investors, investment banks, and strategic buyers, including platform acquisitions, cross-border transactions, and strategic add-ons.
Josh has developed strong experience in the SaaS, software, and technology-enabled services industries. He takes pride in building trusted client relationships and providing thoughtful, value-driven insights that support informed decision-making throughout the deal cycle.
Wade Hill, CPA
Manager, Transaction Advisory
(512) 275-2720 | whill@mlrpc.com
Wade began his career at Maxwell Locke & Ritter in 2023. Since joining the firm, he has supported buy-side and sell-side transaction advisory engagements for private equity investors and strategic buyers, with experience across platform acquisitions and strategic add-ons.
Wade has developed experience in AI, SaaS, software, and technology-enabled services. He works closely with private equity investors, investment banks, and target companies to help provide meaningful insights throughout the deal lifecycle.
Please join us in congratulating Andrew, Cody, Evan, Josh, and Wade on these well-deserved promotions. Their technical skill, industry experience, and genuine commitment to client service strengthen our Transaction Advisory practice and reflect the people-first approach that continues to guide ML&R’s growth.
Meet Our Team
