Jeff Vranek joined Prairie Capital in April 2011 and assists with evaluating, structuring, due diligence, and financial modeling of investment opportunities. In addition, his responsibilities include industry research and financial analysis in support of portfolio investments.

Prior to joining Prairie Capital, Jeff was an Investment Banking Analyst at Duff & Phelps Securities, where he worked across various industries, focusing on mergers and acquisitions advisory services and debt and equity financings.

Jeff graduated with honors from the University of Illinois with a BS in Finance and Accountancy. He lives in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago.