Harry Dugan
Managing Director
Harry Dugan is a Managing Director at STS Capital Partners, where he brings over 25 years of experience as an executive leader and trusted advisor to public, private, and private equity–owned businesses. An accomplished mergers and acquisitions specialist, he has successfully led and closed more than 40 transactions with values ranging from $20 million to $1 billion.
Over the course of his career, Harry has worked across a diverse range of industries including distribution, manufacturing, financial services, transportation, e-commerce, luxury retail, and hospitality. He has held senior leadership positions such as President, CEO, and CFO for private equity-backed businesses, Managing Director of a strategic management consulting firm, and Director of Corporate Development for a large publicly traded industrial company.
Harry’s breadth of experience enables him to guide organizations through complex strategic and financial transitions, consistently delivering results that align with both operational and shareholder objectives.
His educational background includes a B.S. degree from Drexel University, and he is a former Certified Public Accountant (presently inactive), further demonstrating his deep financial acumen and commitment to excellence in every engagement.
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Thought Leadership
Building for an Extraordinary Exit™ Starts on Day One
September 15, 2026
Founders rarely begin building a business with an exit in mind. The early years are consumed by proving an idea, winning customers, preserving cash and creating momentum. Decisions about governance…
In the News
The Buyer You Never Saw Coming
September 11, 2026
Press Releases
Barry brown is Appointed by STS Capital Partners as Vice President of Business Development
September 9, 2026
STS Capital Partners is pleased to announce the appointment of Barry Brown as Vice President, Business Development. In this role, Barry is responsible for expanding the firm’s relationships with busin…
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In the News
How to sell your business without losing your legacy
August 31, 2026
Many owners assume a strong exit is just about price. But learning how to sell your business without losing your legacy takes more than a good valuation, it takes a deliberate process that protects th…
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Podcasts & Videos
What is Your Business Really Worth to the Right Buyer?
August 25, 2026
A Podcast with STS Founder & Chairman Rob Follows on Finding the Hidden Value in Your Business
Thought Leadership
Why Great Companies Fail to Sell
July 16, 2026
The quality of a business is rarely the sole determinant of a successful transaction. More often than many founders realize, the outcome is shaped by whether the business is introduced to the buyers w…