Houlihan Lokey Opens West Palm Beach Office to Tap South Florida Growth — Houlihan Lokey, Inc.

Event summary

Houlihan Lokey opened a new office in West Palm Beach, Florida, on September 17, 2026.
The move expands the firm's presence in South Florida, complementing its existing Miami office.
West Palm Beach is cited as a growing hub for financial sponsors, healthcare, education, and technology companies.
Gregg Newman, Managing Director and Global Co-Head of Capital Solutions Group, highlighted the strategic importance of the location.

The big picture

Houlihan Lokey's expansion into West Palm Beach reflects broader trends of financial services firms targeting high-growth regional markets. The move aligns with the firm's strategy to provide localized, sector-specific advisory services in key business hubs. With South Florida emerging as a significant center for private equity, healthcare, and technology, Houlihan Lokey aims to solidify its position as a leading independent investment bank in the region.

What we're watching

Market Penetration: How Houlihan Lokey will leverage its deep sector expertise to capture market share in West Palm Beach's competitive financial landscape.
Client Acquisition: Whether the firm can attract a significant number of new clients from the growing base of financial sponsors and sector-specific companies in the region.
Competitive Dynamics: The pace at which Houlihan Lokey can differentiate itself from established and emerging competitors in South Florida.