Austin, Texas – (July 1, 2025) – Focus Strategies Investment Banking (“Focus Strategies”), a leading middle market investment bank based in Austin, Texas, is pleased to announce the promotion of Connor Watson to Associate.

“We are delighted to acknowledge Connor’s significant contributions with this well-deserved promotion,” stated Gary Valdez, President of Focus Strategies. “This promotion reflects not only his individual achievements buy also our confidence in his ability to be a key contributor to our firm’s success for years to come.”