James L. Buxbaum
Chief Executive OfficerBio
James L. Buxbaum is a seasoned entrepreneur and finance executive with decades of experience across M&A advisory, accounting, and consulting leadership. A CPA by training, he blends analytical rigor with entrepreneurial vision, helping companies navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve sustainable growth.
As the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Buxbaum, he leads a firm dedicated to providing high-caliber senior finance professionals to match client needs. Under his leadership, the company partners with clients to manage audits, prepare for sales or capital raises, integrate business combinations, and strengthen financial leadership. He and his team of advisors work closely with investment banks, M&A attorneys, and private companies across a range of industries to provide efficient, transparent, and optimized financial solutions.
James remains deeply involved in client engagements, under his leadership Buxbaum has earned a reputation for responsiveness, deep domain knowledge, and hands-on approach, reflecting James’s belief that the right financial leadership can transform businesses and unlock their full potential.
For me, growth isn’t just about numbers—it’s about ideas, people, and execution. I started Buxbaum to give clients a trusted partner who understands the challenges of scaling a business and can help them navigate every step with confidence. Helping clients grow, whether it’s through structuring an M&A deal, refining operations or accounting, it is incredibly rewarding. It’s about building lasting value and seeing people and businesses thrive.
Leadership
James L. BuxbaumChief Executive OfficerJames L. Buxbaum Profile
Kevin GardenManaging PrincipalKevin Garden Profile
Jay PerlmutterManaging DirectorJay Perlmutter Profile
Leon WuManaging PrincipalLeon Wu Profile
Jon LesherManaging DirectorJon Lesher Profile
Paul BoettcherManaging DirectorPaul Boettcher Profile
Julian BeharManaging DirectorJulian Behar Profile
Anita GharakhanianDirectorAnita Gharakhanian Profile
Eddie AcevesDirectorEddie Aceves Profile
Luke ParedesSenior AssociateLuke Paredes Profile
Colleen JamesDirectorColleen James Profile
Matthew GuzmanManagerMatthew Guzman Profile
Jessica Lugo-JaraSenior AssociateJessica Lugo-Jara Profile
Megan MelkonianChief of StaffMegan Melkonian Profile
Diana BehrensOffice AdministratorDiana Behrens Profile
