OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL – February 4, 2026 – Prairie Capital Advisors, Inc. (“Prairie”), a leading middle-market investment bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Rocky Fiore to President. Rocky will now serve as both President and Chief Operating Officer.
Rocky Fiore joined Prairie Capital Advisors in 2000 and is a shareholder in the firm. He is a member of Prairie’s Board of Directors, Fairness Committee and Operating Committee. Rocky is responsible for overseeing the firm’s operations and business development efforts, as well as various other strategic initiatives.
Rocky’s client work focuses on advising company boards of directors, shareholders and management teams on ownership transitions, transaction structuring, valuation matters and strategic alternatives. He is actively involved in the employee ownership community and is a nationally recognized speaker on topics related to employee stock ownership plans (“ESOPs”), valuation and mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”). In addition, Rocky serves on the Advisory Committee on Finance with The ESOP Association (“TEA”) and sits on the Board of Directors of Novaspect Holdings, Inc., Contegra Construction Co. and MTI Boats, Inc.
David Diehl, CEO of Prairie, said, “Rocky has played a pivotal role in the growth of our organization. His leadership and client-first approach have helped shape our culture and success. We’re proud to recognize his contributions and impact through this well-deserved promotion.”
About Prairie Capital Advisors
Prairie is a leading financial advisory firm specializing in creating and executing ownership transition strategies for middle-market companies nationwide. In 2025, Prairie was recognized as one of the 2025 Top 50 Investment Banks in the Middle Market™ by Grady Campbell. For more information, visit www.prairiecap.com.
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