David Santoni

David is a Managing Director who leads the Business Development team at Audax Private Equity, based in Boston. Prior to joining Audax in 2024, David was a Managing Direct at Hennepin Partners. Previously, he was a Managing Director at Lazard Middle Market, Head of Middle Market Financial Sponsor Coverage at Goldsmith Agio Helms, and a Partner at Prestwick Partners. He began his career as an Associate at Thompson Hine LLP and Skadden Arps. David received a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law and a B.A. from the University of St. Thomas.